According to smith, what is the primary economic motivation for most people?

Adam Smith is considered the father of Economics. He wrote a book, called "Wealth of Nations" and in it, explained his Theory of Economic Development. He believed in free trade (natural trade without tariffs or restrictions) and Laissez-Faire (the state should not impose restrictions on the freedom of an individual) economics.

He stated that all human beings were motivated by self-interest. this theory was also to be applied to economic interest. He also believed that self-interest and competition was good for the economy and each other.

the story goes that because of this belief, constantine was able to defeat his foes. constantine became an ardent1 christian. christianity and other religions were tolerated under constantine's rule. constantine also was responsible for the building of a great cathedral in rome.

(202 bc - 220 ad) dynasty started by lui bang; a great and long-lasting rule, it discarded the harsh policies of the qin dynasty and adopted confucian principles; han rulers chose officials who passed the civil service exams rather than birth; it was a time of prosperity