Which of the Following Is an Example of the Tragedy

question 272

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of the Tragedy of the Commons?

• A)The number of professional football teams increases to the point where the quality of the games decreases, as does television viewership.
• B)The number of satellites increases to the point where they begin running into each other.
• C)Disney World becomes so crowded that it institutes a lottery for admissions.
• D)A tiger breeding program becomes so successful that local zoos have to build additional exhibits so that visitors can view the cats.

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Definitions:

Meningitis

An inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, a condition that can be caused by infection with viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms.

Inflammation

A protective response by the body's immune system to injury or infection, characterized by redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.

Nerve Tract

A bundle of nerve fibers (axons) connecting different parts of the nervous system.

Sensation Loss

The partial or complete inability to sense stimuli, which can affect any part of the body and can be due to nerve damage or other conditions.