If you know that 14 members of the group (aside from yourself) are willing to contribute, what should you do?
The following Collective Action scenario applies to the question.
Say you belong to a group that has fifty members (N), and in order to get a particular benefit (B. you need fifteen members (K) to contribute. Those who contribute to the provision of the benefit pay a cost (C). Of course, B > C.
A. Contribute
B. Not contribute
A. Contribute
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