Question 3 — A scarce resource used wastefully - Questions at the end of the chapter - Chapter 8 - Building Blocks in Economics: The Problem of Choice

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Can you think of a resource in your region that is scarce but used wastefully? How could it be managed better?

Concept Choices and Limited Resources
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  • Water is scarce in most regions, but a lot of it is wasted.
    • Example - Taps left running, leaking pipes, and washing vehicles with a hose.
  • It can be managed better by repairing leaks, using buckets instead of running water, and saving rainwater.
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