The free rider problem is a situation in which
A)effluents such as CFCs combine with ozone and decrease concentrations of that protective chemical.
B)one agent secures benefits that others pay for.
C)there are excessive subsidies given to polluting buses or other forms of mass transit.
D) perfect property rights exist.

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The free rider problem refers to a situation in which some individuals or groups benefit from a public good or resource without contributing to its provision, while others pay for it. This can lead to an under-provision of the public good. The other options listed are not directly related to the free rider problem.

The Free Rider Problem Is a Situation in Which