During the Revolutionary War, state officials were prepared to sacrifice for the war effort only if they were confident all states would do their part and this is an example of what?

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This situation is an example of the prisoner's dilemma, where individuals or entities are hesitant to cooperate for a common benefit because they fear others will not do their part, leading to a suboptimal outcome for all.

During the Revolutionary War, State Officials Were Prepared to Sacrifice