A problem with collective goods is that people will be happy to benefit from something they can enjoy or profit from, without contributing any time, effort, or money of their own to achieve that good. Such individuals are called ______.

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The term used to describe individuals who benefit from a collective good without contributing their own time, effort, or money is "free riders." A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of such individuals.

A Problem with Collective Goods Is That People Will Be