The degradation of commonly shared renewable resources is known as ____.

A. the tragedy of the commons
B. open-access degradation
C. sustainable yield
D. the pollution factor
E. government overregulation


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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