Bans or Quotas That Limit the Use of Common Resources

question 66

Multiple Choice

Bans or quotas that limit the use of common resources are straightforward public-policy approaches to solving the tragedy of the commons if:

• A)the community agrees to aid in enforcement.
• B)the country has the resources to enforce them.
• C)the community participates in setting the punishments for breaking them.
• D)None of these are true.

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Leverage

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