The Tragedy of the Commons Occurs with Whales Because

question 11

Multiple Choice

The Tragedy of the Commons occurs with whales because:

• A)whales are a public good
• B)whaling is a cruel practice
• C)whalers often don't have property rights to whales
• D)the private incentives of the whalers are in line with social incentives

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Definitions:

Parental Authority

The legal rights and responsibilities that parents have over their children, including care, discipline, and decision-making.

Social Control

Mechanisms, strategies, and practices employed by societies to regulate individual behavior and maintain social order.

Economic Relationship

Describes the connections and interactions between individuals or entities based on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Social Relationship

Connections or associations between two or more individuals influenced by social context, including friendships, family ties, and professional interactions.