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Adam Smith in his The Wealth of Nations stated, "By pursuing his own interest he frequently promotes that of the society more effectually than when he really intended to promote it." What behavior does this notion attempt to justify? O collectivism O loyalty O welfare mentality O competitiveness O cooperation 

          Adam Smith in his The Wealth of Nations stated, "By pursuing his own interest he frequently promotes that of the society more effectually than when he really
intended to promote it." What behavior does this notion attempt to justify?
O collectivism
O loyalty
O welfare mentality
O competitiveness
O cooperation
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Adam Smith in his The Wealth of Nations stated, "By pursuing his own interest he frequently promotes that of the society more effectually than when he really intended to promote it." What behavior does this notion attempt to justify? O collectivism O loyalty O welfare mentality O competitiveness O cooperation

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00:01 Here are the three statements that are true about adam smith's beliefs.
00:07 Option a, adam smith was in favor of competition in the economy.
00:26 Adam smith, often considered the father of modern economics, argued that competition was essential for the proper functioning of markets.
00:35 In his work, the wealth of nations, he emphasized the importance of competition in promoting efficiency and benefiting consumers.
00:42 Another correct statement is option c, adam smith supported the idea of private property in the economy...
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