Vicarious consumption refers to the notion that
A) individuals have a sense of obligation to preserve the environment for future generations
B) people gain utility knowing that others receive gains from an environmental good
C) individuals gain from directly consuming the services generated by an environmental resource
D) natural resources have intrinsic value
E) none of the above

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Vicarious consumption refers to the satisfaction or utility individuals gain from knowing that others receive gains from an environmental good without directly consuming it themselves.

Vicarious Consumption Refers to the Notion That