SAGE News Clips: Urban Commuter TrafficDescription: As urbanization increases and traffic gridlock becomes commonplace, the daily lives of commuters has become stressful. To ease the congestion and build better infrastructure, some are looking to light rail. Meanwhile, the introduction of electric vehicles and automotive communication systems are being explored as another alternative. Watch this video to learn more about gridlock and the future of urban transportation.Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 402, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:Residents of urban areas who benefit from decreased traffic gridlock despite taking no active role in
curbing the problems demonstrate what sociologists refer to as (the) ______.
A. utility in action
B. free-rider problem
C. conscience constituency
D. palliative care
Answer: B
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