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Historical Trends in the Prices of Most Natural Resources Compared

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Historical trends in the prices of most natural resources compared to prices of other goods indicate that most natural resources have become scarcer over time.


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Public Interest Theory

A theory suggesting that regulation is supplied in response to the demand of the public for the correction of inefficient or inequitable market practices.

Excise Tax

A tax on the sale or consumption of specific goods or services, such as tobacco, alcohol, and fuel.

Per Gallon

A unit of measurement used to quantify quantities, such as fuel efficiency or liquid commodity prices, based on volume per gallon.

Per Capita

A statistical measure that divides an aggregate by the number of individuals in the population, often used to express averages.

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