Which of the following is NOT an example of a public good?
A) the military
B) the local police force
C) a job
D) fire protection
E) clean water

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A job is a private good, as it is something that is bought and sold in the marketplace for individual benefit, rather than being available to everyone without cost or exclusion. The other options listed are public goods, as they are non-excludable and non-rivalrous, and are typically provided by the state to benefit society as a whole.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of a Public