The Tragedy of Commons Relates to the Idea That

question 16

Multiple Choice

The tragedy of commons relates to the idea that

• A) central planning sets all production targets.
• B) all wages, prices, and interest rates are controlled by government.
• C) collective ownership may not provide the proper private incentives for efficiency because individuals do not bear the full costs of their own decisions, but enjoy the full benefits.
• D) central planning sets all distribution targets.

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