The Central Question in Determining Whether a Good Is Public

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Multiple Choice

The central question in determining whether a good is public or private is whether

• A) We have the technical capability to exclude nonpayers.
• B) We have the political will to exclude nonpayers.
• C) Free riding is considered immoral.
• D) It is ethical to provide the good.

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