Overuse and pollution of rivers can potentially be resolved by governments that:
A)deregulate use
B)convert the common resource to a private good
C)subsidise use
D)do all of the above

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Converting the common resource (rivers) to a private good would provide an incentive for the owner to manage it sustainably and prevent pollution. Deregulating use or subsidizing use may actually exacerbate overuse and pollution.

Overuse and Pollution of Rivers Can Potentially Be Resolved by Governments