Which of the following statements about the right to private ownership is false?

A. It enables individuals to obtain, use, and dispose of land and capital resources as they see fit
B. It encourages investment and innovation, and thus fosters economic growth
C. It extends to intangibles such as pieces of music and computer programs
D. It weakens the incentive to maintain the property that one already owns


Answer: D

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