How Does Adam Smith's Idea of the "Invisible Hand" Apply

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Essay

How does Adam Smith's idea of the "invisible hand" apply to the various parts, made by many different manufacturers in many different countries, that are used by Apple to produce an iPad?

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Definitions:

Marshaling of Assets

A legal principle requiring the fair and orderly distribution of a debtor's assets among creditors, especially when the debtor has multiple debts secured by the same assets.

UPA

Stands for Uniform Partnership Act, which is a statute that governs partnership formation and operation in the United States, aiming to provide a consistent legal framework for businesses operating as partnerships.

RUPA

Revised Uniform Partnership Act, an updated version of the Uniform Partnership Act that includes changes to accommodate modern business practices.

Obligations

Duties or commitments that individuals or organizations are legally bound to fulfill, such as contractual agreements or debt repayment.