5. Which of the following is an example of the tragedy of the commons? A) B) C) D) Television's popularity has become a common tragedy in our society. Tuna in the ocean are being over harvested because it is difficult to prevent anyone from fishing for tuna. Personal computers have become a commonplace appliance in many homes, causing an expedited tragedy of technology. The garment industry in the United States has largely shifted overseas, leaving many US. workers unemployed.