Which of the following statements best describes the "free-rider problem" in the context of public goods?
1
Free riders are individuals who willingly overpay for public goods to contribute to societal well-being.
2
Free riders are individuals who intend to use public goods without contributing to their cost.
3
Free riders are individuals who actively avoid using public goods to save personal resources.
4
Free riders are individuals who have unrestricted access to public goods thanks to government subsidies.