Adam Smith’s “invisible hand” refers toa. the subtle and often hidden methods thatbusinesses use to profit at consumers’ expense.b. the ability of free markets to reach desirableoutcomes, despite the self-interest of marketparticipants.c. the ability of government regulation to benefitconsumers even if the consumers are unaware ofthe regulations.d. the way in which producers or consumers inunregulated markets impose costs on innocentbystanders.

Adam Smith’s “invisible hand” refers toa. the subtle and often hidden methods thatbusinesses use to profit at consumers’ expense.b. the ability of free markets to reach desirableoutcomes, despite the self-interest of marketparticipants.c. the ability of government regulation to benefitconsumers even if the consumers are unaware ofthe regulations.d. the way in which producers or consumers inunregulated markets impose costs on innocentbystanders.

Essentials of Economics (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781337091992

Author:N. Gregory Mankiw

Publisher:N. Gregory Mankiw

Chapter2: Thinking Like An Economist

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