Which of the following would be described as a common pool resource?
A) A can of soda
B) An aquifer
C) National defense
D) A movie theatre

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A common pool resource is a type of resource that is not owned by any one individual or group, but is available for use by multiple users. An aquifer fits this definition as it is a natural resource that can be accessed by many people for various purposes such as drinking water or irrigation. Options A, C and D are not common pool resources as they are either privately owned (a can of soda, a movie theatre) or publicly owned but not available for shared use (national defense).

Which of the Following Would Be Described as a Common