The free-rider problem arises when the number of individuals who can benefit is large and exclusion of most of them is possible.

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The free-rider problem arises when goods are non-excludable, meaning it's difficult or impossible to exclude individuals from using the good, leading to under-provision of the good as individuals hope to use it without contributing to its cost.

The Free-Rider Problem Arises When the Number of Individuals Who