For some public goods, such as Internet search engines, which are nonrival but potentially excludable, it is more profitable for the providers to:
A) exclude people who don't pay for its service.
B) sell advertising and provide its services for free.
C) sell advertising and also charge people for using the services.
D) offer the service to anyone for free.

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Internet search engines are nonrival, meaning that one person's consumption of the service does not diminish the ability of others to consume it. However, they are potentially excludable, as providers could require payment or membership to access the service. In this case, it is more profitable for providers to sell advertising and provide the service for free, as the more people who use the search engine, the more attractive it becomes to advertisers. This allows the providers to generate revenue without excluding potential users who may not be able or willing to pay for the service.

For Some Public Goods, Such as Internet Search Engines, Which