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In History / College | 2025-07-06

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In which famous work by Adam Smith does the author suggest that the greatest threat to economic growth is government intervention?
A. Essays on Philosophical Subjects
B. Lectures on Justice
C. Police, Revenue, and Arms
D. The Wealth of Nations

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Adam Smith argues in The Wealth of Nations that government intervention is the greatest threat to economic growth, which he believes disrupts free markets. His key concepts, such as the invisible hand and the division of labor , illustrate the importance of individual self-interest in promoting economic prosperity. Ultimately, Smith advocates for a laissez-faire approach to economics. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06