Which of the following is a possible solution when a scarce resource is subject to the tragedy of the commons?
A) Access to the commons can be restricted through community norms and laws.
B) Offer subsidies to consumers.
C) Force people to move away from the commons.
D) Persuade people to use less of the scarce resource through an advertising campaign.

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Access restriction through community norms and laws is a way to combat the tragedy of the commons by preventing overuse of the scarce resource. The other options are either not feasible or do not address the root of the problem. Subsidies to consumers would encourage more use of the resource, forcing people to move away is not a practical or ethical solution, and advertising campaigns can only do so much in changing behavior.

Which of the Following Is a Possible Solution When a Scarce