Open-access resources tend to be
A)conserved
B)taxed
C)overused
D)efficiently used
E)used in an environmentally sound manner

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Open-access resources tend to be overused because they are free and accessible to anyone, leading to a tragedy of the commons situation where individuals exploit the resource for their own benefit without regard for its long-term sustainability. This can lead to depletion, degradation, and ultimately the loss of the resource.

Open-Access Resources Tend to Be