Although there was opposition, the local government constructed a leisure centre and swimming pool that anyone may use. Many tourists go there; local residents are charged a lower admission fee. 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.