When solving collective action problems, a major barrier is the free rider problem, which occurs when actors

a. reap the benefits without contributing any effort.
b. harvest the resources of other nations.
c. increase their consumption in a sudden and dramatic way.
d. are forced to live with control and domination.

a. reap the benefits without contributing any effort.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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