Both the Wealth of Nations and the Declaration of Independence

question 47

Multiple Choice

Both The Wealth of Nations and the Declaration of Independence share the point of view that

• A)every person is entitled to life,liberty,and the pursuit of happiness.
• B)individuals are best left to their own devices without the government guiding their actions.
• C)the government plays a central role in organizing a market economy.
• D)because of human nature a strong legal system is necessary for a market system to survive.

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