Which of the following goods is NOT subject to the free-rider problem?
A) a public park
B) the local police force
C) public fireworks
D) a mass transit system

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The free-rider problem occurs when individuals can benefit from a good or service without paying for it, leading to under-provision of that good or service. A mass transit system, unlike public parks, local police forces, and public fireworks, typically charges users a fee to access the service, thus reducing the free-rider problem.

Which of the Following Goods Is NOT Subject to the Free-Rider