Which of the following is an example of a common pool resource?
A)Restoration of the ozone layer.
B)The Grand Banks fishery off the coast of North America.
C)A beehive that pollinates plants located on other properties.
D)Acid rain created by coal plants in the United States falling in Canada.
E)The International Whaling Commission (IWC).

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The Grand Banks fishery off the coast of North America is a common pool resource as it is a shared resource, meaning it is not owned by one individual or group and is accessible to many users. The use of this resource by one user affects the availability of the resource for others, illustrating the problem of overuse or depletion. The other options do not fit the definition of a common pool resource.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Common