In His Book "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes

question 93

Multiple Choice

In his book "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations," economist Adam Smith argued that individuals

• A)always consider the impact of their actions on the welfare of others.
• B)act as if motivated by self-interest.
• C)never consider the impact of their actions on the welfare of others.
• D)are usually not concerned with economic questions.

Understand the concept of environmental racism and the disproportionate impact of environmental dangers on racialized minorities.

Recognize the role of multinational corporations in practices like biopiracy and their impact on indigenous communities.

Identify the factors contributing to global inequality and the distribution of environmental risks.

Comprehend the relationship between socio-economic status and exposure to environmental hazards.

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