Which Statement Best Illustrates the "Tragedy of the Commons

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which statement best illustrates the "tragedy of the commons?"

• A)A factory pollutes a river as much as the law allows.
• B)Some levels of pollution are life threatening.
• C)Some activities harm the environment, but others do not.
• D)Irrigated cropland can be ruined by salinization.
• E)Cropland can decrease biodiversity.

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Definitions:

Organizations

Organizations are structured groups of people working together towards common goals or objectives, ranging from businesses to non-profits.

Organization Citizenship Behavior

Voluntary actions by employees that are not part of their formal job requirements but contribute positively to the organizational environment.

Attitude

A settled way of thinking or feeling about something, typically reflected in a person's behavior.

Hopeless

A state of despair when an individual feels there are no options or solutions available.