In a subdivision, all but one of the homeowners decided to pay for the services of a private security firm. The homeowner who didn't pay is a:
A) private rider.
B) free rider.
C) forced rider.
D) public divider.

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A free rider is someone who benefits from a public good (in this case, increased security in the neighborhood) without contributing to its cost. In this scenario, all but one homeowner paid for the security services, so the one who didn't pay is a free rider.

In a Subdivision, All but One of the Homeowners Decided