As was highlighted in the text, many countries regulate prices of pharmaceutical products, which often results in imported pharmaceuticals' prices being lower than prices manufacturers charge to domestic consumers. This creates an opportunity for a "free ride" for such countries, which avoid paying for R&D expenses, but enjoy all the benefits of newly developed drugs. Is it truly a "free" ride?

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The Answer of As was highlighted in the text, many countries regulate prices of pharmaceutical products, which often results in imported pharmaceuticals' prices being lower than prices manufacturers charge to domestic consumers. This creates an opportunity for a "free ride" for such countries, which avoid paying for R&D expenses, but enjoy all the benefits of newly developed drugs. Is it truly a "free" ride?

As Was Highlighted in the Text, Many Countries Regulate Prices