Which of the Following Scenarios Most Accurately Describes Adam Smith's

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios most accurately describes Adam Smith's view of an economic system that best serves the interests of society?

A) Individuals are selected to fill certain positions within the economy of their nation according to the needs of the nation as a whole.
B) Markets are carefully regulated to ensure that all individuals within a nation are treated fairly and charged standardized prices.
C) Government scarcely exists in this country, and transactions are based on a system of barter, or trading goods for other goods.
D) Individuals in the country may pursue their own economic gain and self-interest by doing whatever is best for them.