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Non-rivalry

What non-rivalry means in economics, as one of two tests for a public good, and two ideas built on them, with an example and a question to test yourself.

Definition
Non-rivalry
Non-rivalry means that when one person uses the good, another can also use it, so one person's use leaves no less for anybody else.
Example

Can you think of an example of non-rivalry?

Test yourself

Can you name the two tests of a public good, and the two ideas built on them?

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