Common Resources Differ from Public Goods in That

question 50

Multiple Choice

Common resources differ from public goods in that

• A) common resources are non-excludable while public goods are excludable to those who do not pay for the good.
• B) unlike public goods, common resources are rivalrous in consumption.
• C) common resources are collectively owned by a group of people while public goods are government owned.
• D) common resources are resources that cannot be renewed but the production of public goods can be increased any time.

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Definitions:

Toxic Shock Syndrome

A rare, life-threatening complication of certain bacterial infections, often associated with tampon use in menstruating women.

Intrauterine Device (IUD)

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Uterus

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