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Compare and contrast a public good versus a private good.

(a) What are the principal characteristics of each?

(b) Is there a free rider problem when it comes to public goods? Why?

(c) Do you consider your local police force a public good or a private good? Why?

(d) How about your local (over the air) TV service? Explain.