The Tragedy of the Commons

question 56

Multiple Choice

The tragedy of the commons

• A) gives rise to a negative externality.
• B) gives rise to a positive externality.
• C) occurs when club goods are produced.
• D) occurs when public goods are provided.
• E) leads to underutilized resources.

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