We analyze the effects of ostracism on cooperation in a linear public good experiment. Our results show that introducing ostracism increases contributions. Despite reductions in group size due to ostracism, the net effect on earnings is positive and significant.Experiment, Public Good, Ostracism

Frank P. Maier-Rigaud

Gianandrea Staffiero

Peter Martinsson

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