which of the following is an example of a public good? a. public safety; 2. a car; 3. a house; or 4. a cell phone

The example of a public good from the provided options is public safety (option 1). Public safety refers to the collective well-being and protection of society as a whole and is typically provided by the government through various means, such as law enforcement, emergency services, and infrastructure. A car, a house, and a cell phone are not considered public goods as they are generally owned and consumed privately.