Some Resources Are Private and Others Are Common

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Essay

Some resources are private and others are common. Define a common resource, explain the definition, and provide an example of a private resource and a common resource.

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Definitions:

Natural Resources

Raw materials obtained from the Earth, which are utilized in the production of goods and services.

Standing Timber

Trees that are currently growing and not yet harvested, considered as assets for companies in the forestry industry.

Underground Deposits

Natural accumulations of minerals, oil, gas, or water located beneath the earth's surface which can be extracted for use or sale.

Depletion Expense

An accounting and tax concept used to allocate the cost of extracting natural resources from the Earth over the period of extraction.