Which of the following is an example of the tragedy of the commons?
A) Tuna in the ocean are being over harvested because it is difficult to prevent anyone from fishing for tuna.
B) Personal computers have become a commonplace appliance in many homes, causing an expedited tragedy of technology.
C) There is an increasing threat to wildlife due to habitat loss in national forests.
D) Television's popularity has become a common tragedy in our society.

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Tragedy of the commons refers to the overuse or exploitation of a resource that is commonly owned and accessible to everyone. In this case, the overfishing of tuna in the ocean is a tragic example of exploiting a commonly owned resource, causing it to become depleted.

Which of the Following Is an Example of the Tragedy