Yosemite National Park is not a pure public good because Question 13Select one: a. the free rider problem is partially mitigated using entrance fees. b. the scenic views are rivalrous in consumption. c. the general public is not allowed on the premises for much of the year. d. it was not originally produced by the federal government.
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In writing about the increased popularity of national parks in the United States, such as Yosemite, Yellowstone, and the Grand Canyon, environmental economist Margaret Walls wrote: "When one person's visit to a park doesn't appreciably diminish the experience for others, the fee to use the park should be zero. That doesn't apply when the public good starts to experience congestion problems. The Park Service should charge a significantly higher fee at the most popular parks during the summer months." Source: Margaret A. Walls, "Protecting Our National Parks: Entrance Fees Can Help," Resources, No. 193, Fall 2016. Are Yosemite and other national parks public goods? Briefly explain. A. Yes, they are public goods because national parks such as Yosemite are common resources that are often overused. B. No, Yosemite and other national parks are not public goods when congestion diminishes others' enjoyment of them. C. No, Yosemite and other national parks are not public goods because the government has the property rights. D. Yes, Yosemite and other national parks are public goods because visitors must pay user fees to be admitted.
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