Question

A country wants to promote economic growth by giving companies more

freedom. It cuts taxes on corporations, eliminates environmental regulations,
and makes it easier to start new businesses. The government tries to limit its
involvement in economic issues as much as possible.
This situation best reflects the influence of which economic thinker?

A. John Maynard Keynes
B. Karl Marx
C. Adam Smith
D. Thomas Robert Malthus

Answer 1

Answer: Adam Smith

Explanation: Considered a modern economist, Adam Smith was of the view that the government's main jobs are national security, civil law enforcement, and involvement in public work. He was against restrictions and interferences of the government in market activities giving a free hand to companies for operating and thus contributing to economic growth.

Answer 2

C. Adam Smith lived in the 18 century he was scottish