According to Adam Smith, What Is the Primary Source of a Nation's

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Multiple Choice

According to Adam Smith, what is the primary source of a nation's wealth?

• A) The amount of gold and silver in the government's possession.
• B) A spirit of cooperation in which people share according to their means.
• C) Strong central planning authorities.
• D) The people's ability to produce products and trade in free markets.

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