Adam Smith Believed That Government

question 3

Multiple Choice

Adam Smith believed that government

• A)should not interfere in people's economic decisions.
• B)set prices across the board to maintain stability.
• C)should encourage people to share and help each other.
• D)has a responsibility to the people to manage the economy.
• E)is not necessary and should be eliminated entirely.

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