When Someone Does Not Have to Pay for a Good

question 91

Multiple Choice

When someone does not have to pay for a good:

• A)it is rational to overconsume.
• B)it is irrational to overconsume.
• C)it is rational to underconsume.
• D)it means there is zero demand for the good.

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