According to Coleman the "free rider" refers to the _____________decision not to participate in group activity if the goals of the group or the "joint goods" it produces cannot be denied to the individual and if their supply is not reduced by others consuming them.
A) individual's rational
B) individual's irrational
C) collective's rational
D) collective's irrational

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The concept of a "free rider" is based on an individual's rational decision-making. They choose not to participate in a group activity if they can still benefit from the group's goals or products without contributing to the effort or costs of producing them. This is seen as a rational decision because individuals seek to maximize their own benefits while minimizing their costs.

According to Coleman the "Free Rider" Refers to the _____________Decision