Although there was strong opposition, the local government in a well-known tourist resort constructed a leisure centre and swimming pool that anyone can use. A large number of tourists go to the centre. People who live locally pay a lower entry charge. How would economists classify this service?
- AIt is a demerit good because some people objected to the development.
- BIt is a merit good because the entry fee is reduced for local residents.
- CIt is a private good because there is an entry fee for all users.
- DIt is a public good because it is open to everyone and provided by the local government.