Which of the following is least likely to overcome the free-rider problem?
A) offer people a private gift for contributing
B) arrange for matching contributions
C) appeal to peoples' sense of civic or moral responsibility
D) maintain anonymity of contributions

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Maintaining anonymity of contributions is least likely to overcome the free-rider problem because people have no personal incentive to contribute. When contributions are anonymous, people cannot receive recognition or social benefits for contributing, which reduces their motivation to contribute. Therefore, maintaining anonymity is not an effective way to encourage people to contribute and overcome the free-rider problem. Choices A, B, and C are all effective ways to overcome the free-rider problem because they provide people with incentives or appeals that motivate them to contribute.

Which of the Following Is Least Likely to Overcome the Free-Rider