Scientists Have Said for Years Cod Was So Seriously Overfished

question 262

Multiple Choice

Scientists have said for years cod was so seriously overfished in European Union waters that there was a risk of extinction due to stock collapse. Why would cod be on the risk of extinction?

• A) Fishing in the sea for cod is an example of a public good.
• B) Fishing in the sea for cod is an example of a common resource.
• C) Fishing in the sea for cod is an example of a private good.
• D) Fishing in the sea for cod is an example of a natural monopoly.

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