The Tragedy of the Commons for Sheep Grazing on Common

question 418

Multiple Choice

The Tragedy of the Commons for sheep grazing on common land can be eliminated by the government doing each of the following except

• A)assigning land property rights.
• B)auctioning off sheep-grazing permits.
• C)taxing sheep flocks.
• D)subsidizing sheep flocks.

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Definitions:

Pellets

Small, compressed objects or particles, often used as food for pets or as ammunition in air guns.

Discrimination

Bias and discriminatory actions against persons due to their race, age, or gender.

Pigeon

A bird of the family Columbidae, known for its ability to find its way home over long distances and commonly used in research in psychology.

Peck

A brief, pointed contact or strike, typically referring to the action of a bird using its beak.