Which of the Following Exemplifies the Tragedy of the Commons

question 199

Multiple Choice

Which of the following exemplifies the tragedy of the commons?

• A)Residents on the northern coast of California receive only one public broadcasting signal which may be eliminated altogether if government funding is cut.
• B)The Pleasant Hill community is growing so fast that the city's only post office is not able to keep pace with the population growth in the community.
• C)Canadian citizens receive free universal health care administered by provincial governments.
• D)The Malaysian tapir, distinguished for its unusual coloration, is a target for poachers who hunt it for its tough and leathery hide.

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Definitions:

Self-compassion

The practice of being kind and understanding to oneself in instances of pain or failure.

Maleficence

The act of causing harm or evil to others.

Self-indulgence

The act of allowing oneself to enjoy luxuries or pleasures excessively, often at the expense of other priorities.

Compassion Fatigue

Emotional exhaustion that occurs from caring for people experiencing pain, distress, or trauma over an extended period of time.