Assume that Abby, Ben, Clara, Joe, and Matt are the only citizens in a community. A proposed public good has a total cost of $1,000. All five citizens will share an equal portion of this cost in taxes. The benefit of the public good is $220 to Abby, $210 to Ben, $210 to Clara, $180 to Joe, and $120 to Matt. Who are likely to vote in favor of this proposal?

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Abby, Ben, and Clara each receive a benefit ($220, $210, $210 respectively) greater than their share of the cost ($200), making them likely to vote in favor.

Assume That Abby, Ben, Clara, Joe, and Matt Are the Only