The free-rider problem occurs because
A)members of Congress are presented with many opportunities to amend a piece of legislation.
B)the benefits of a group's actions are available only to a specific segment of society.
C)the benefits of a group's actions are broadly available and cannot be denied to nonmembers.
D)members of Congress listen only to organized interest groups and not to public opinion polls.

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The free-rider problem occurs because the benefits of a group's actions are broadly available and cannot be denied to nonmembers, leading individuals to benefit without necessarily contributing to the effort or cost.

The Free-Rider Problem Occurs Because