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Adam Smith's guiding principle that free markets serve the greater good of society even though individuals act according to their own selfish interests is called _____.

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Adam Smith's guiding principle that free markets serve the greater good of society even though individuals act according to their own selfish interests is called invisible hand. It is a fact that by pursuing a person's own interest, he or she unknowingly promotes the interest of the society. I hope the answer comes to your help.
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