Yes, infrastructure can be considered a merit good because it provides essential services that benefit society as a whole, promoting economic growth and social well-being. Its positive externalities, such as improved access to education, healthcare, and transportation, are often underappreciated by individuals, leading to underinvestment if left solely to the private market. As a result, government intervention is often necessary to ensure adequate provision and maintenance of infrastructure for the public good.
Good Merit I would suppose.
A merit good or service is that in which the government, state or society deems good for people.~MB
food is an individual good
Sabrina was good so her mom thinks she should be merit.
Health Care is a merit good that the US government provided through a payroll tax.
Health Care is a merit good that the US government provided through a payroll tax.
Health Care is a merit good that the US government provided through a payroll tax.
Retirement benefits are provided through a merit tax.
The BSA website at Scouting.org and MeritBadge.org have good list of resources such as books and websites you can use to complete each merit badge.
One merit good that the US government pays for is education. The government provides funding for public schools and subsidies for higher education to ensure that citizens have access to quality education and improving human capital. Additionally, the government may provide financial assistance for healthcare, as it is considered a merit good to ensure the well-being and productivity of individuals.
Merits are the good thing- Demerits are the bad things-
Merit good : education Public good : national security Individual good : food