Adam Smith Suggested That an Invisible Had Guides Market Economies

question 3

Multiple Choice

Adam Smith suggested that an invisible had guides market economies.In this analogy,what is the baton that the invisible hand uses to conduct the economic orchestra?

• A)the government
• B)prices
• C)subsidies
• D)the Federal Reserve

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