Facing the recurring dilemma of cookie-jar depletion within 24-hours of its being restocked,mom decides to do something to reduce this weekly tragedy of the commons.What strategy will be most effective in protecting the commons?

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Giving each family member a set number of cookies per day and keeping the rest hidden helps to create a sense of individual responsibility and ownership over the commons. It also reduces the temptation for overconsumption and encourages moderation. Scolding and punishment are not effective long-term solutions and may only create resentment and a lack of cooperation. A complete boycott of cookies may be too extreme and may not address the root cause of the problem. A family meeting and discussion may be helpful in establishing clear expectations and finding solutions together, but alone it may not be effective in changing behavior.

Facing the Recurring Dilemma of Cookie-Jar Depletion Within 24-Hours of Its