Rationing

Rationing is the practice of controlling the distribution of a good or service in order to cope with scarcity. Rationing is a mandate of the government, at the local or federal level. It can be undertaken in response to adverse weather conditions, trade or import/export restrictions, or in more extreme cases, during a recession or a war—Read more at Investopedia. Kenton, Will. “Rationing.” 6 December 2019