Which of the following scenarios describes how a tragedy of the commons problem occurs?
A) A radio station goes out of service because it cannot raise enough money from advertising.
B) Illegal immigrants who do not pay taxes benefit from tax-funded school systems.
C) Farmers harvest deer out of season rather than pay the high price of beef.
D) The establishment of tradable pollution allowances helps reduce pollution.

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The tragedy of the commons occurs when individuals, acting in their own self-interest, deplete or spoil shared resources, as seen when farmers overharvest deer, leading to resource depletion.

Which of the Following Scenarios Describes How a Tragedy of the Commons