The tragedy of the commons was avoided in the Middle Ages in much the same way economist Elinor Ostrom's research suggested. Which of the following ways reflects Ostrom's findings, and was actually conducted in the middle ages?

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Elinor Ostrom's research highlighted the importance of local governance and community norms in managing common resources effectively. In the Middle Ages, communities often relied on social norms and pressures, including traditionally accepted limits on family size or the number of animals grazed, to prevent overuse of the commons. This approach aligns with Ostrom's findings that local, community-based management can be an effective way to avoid the tragedy of the commons.

The Tragedy of the Commons Was Avoided in the Middle