The "free rider problem" occurs in connection with

a. private goods.
b. both public and private goods.
c. goods that are not scarce.
d. public goods.


D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. $200,000. B. $80,000. C. $300,000. D. $20,000.

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