In general, a/an ________ is most threatening to public goods.

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Collective-action problems occur when individuals or interest groups have little incentive to contribute to public goods such as clean air or national security, which are non-excludable and non-rival. As a result, these goods may be underprovided or not provided at all without government intervention or other forms of coordination. Collective-action problems are a threat to public goods because they can lead to a tragedy of the commons, where individuals prioritize their own interests over the common good.

In General, A/an ________ Is Most Threatening to Public Goods