Which of the following is an example of the free-rider problem?
A) a neighbor who refuses to help pay for a street light that is intended to help reduce crime
B) a student who refuses to buy a college catalog
C) a law enforcement officer who receives a uniform from the police department
D) a fast food employee who is provided food at work

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The free-rider problem occurs when someone benefits from a public good without paying their fair share of the cost. In this case, the neighbor benefits from the street light without contributing to its cost, which is intended to benefit the entire community by reducing crime.

Which of the Following Is an Example of the Free-Rider