Which of the following statements best describes the cause of 'overrun and over-trampled' national parks?
A)park administrators do not use the best science available to manage park resources
B)national parks are treated as free goods by their visitors
C)national parks have never increased park visitation fees
D)the price of entrance to national parks has kept pace with other forms of recreation

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When national parks are treated as free goods by visitors, it leads to overuse and damage to the resources. Visitors may not value the park or its resources if they are not required to pay for them. Therefore, charging appropriate fees for park visitation is necessary to maintain the sustainability of national parks. The other options do not address this issue of park visitation and fees.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Cause of 'Overrun