Free Riding Occurs in Collective Action Settings Because

question 91

Multiple Choice

Free riding occurs in collective action settings because

• A)usually some individuals do not have an interest in the public good.
• B)the diversity of motives means not everyone wants to achieve the same goal.
• C)people do not know what the price of public goods really ought to be.
• D)individuals may be able to enjoy the benefit of others' efforts without contributing themselves.

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