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

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Adam Smith believed that individuals are motivated by self-interest, and this self-interest leads to economic progress and growth. He argued that by pursuing their own interests, individuals unintentionally promote the overall well-being of society. This idea forms the foundation of laissez-faire capitalism, where the government minimally intervenes in economic affairs, and individuals are free to pursue their self-interest without restrictions.

In His Book, an Inquiry into the Nature and Causes