Adam Smith Coined the Term "Invisible Hand" to Mean

question 231

Multiple Choice

Adam Smith coined the term "invisible hand" to mean:

• A) a physical hand that leads individuals to promote social interest by pursuing self-interest.
• B) a metaphorical hand that leads individuals to promote social interest by pursuing self-interest.
• C) a physical hand that leads individuals to promote self-interest by pursuing social interest.
• D) a metaphorical hand that leads individuals to promote self-interest by pursuing social interest.

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Definitions:

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