The tragedy of the commons occurs because some goods are ________ in consumption.
A) excludable
B) non-excludable but rival
C) non-rival and non-excludable
D) non-rival

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The tragedy of the commons occurs when goods are non-excludable but rival, meaning that anyone can use the resource but using it decreases its availability for others. This creates a situation where individuals may overuse or exploit the resource, leading to its depletion or degradation over time. Examples of goods that can fall under this category include natural resources like forests, fisheries, and clean air/water.

The Tragedy of the Commons Occurs Because Some Goods Are