Suppose an Astronomer Discovers Gold on the Moon

question 6

Multiple Choice

Suppose an astronomer discovers gold on the moon.Would this gold add to the world reserves?

• A) Yes, we know it exists and we could recover it.
• B) No, we know it exists but we can't extract the gold.
• C) No, there are no established property rights over the moon so they cannot add to world reserves.
• D) Yes, but only if the astronomer is the resident of a developed country with well-established property rights.