alleryStart learning →The free rider problem assumes people are modelled as what?
AHomo economicus
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CPrice takers
DHomo sapiens
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Homo economicus
The problem relies on a purely rational and selfish individual, termed Homo economicus.
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