Question

The philosopher whose belief that humanity's natural greed would lead to prosperity which became the basis for capitalism is

Answer 1

Adam Smith would be the correct answer

Answer 2

Answer: Adam Smith

The main idea of the thesis defended by Adam Smith is that the self-interest, which is a natural tendency of every human being, can result in prosperity. He believed that people should be free to produce and exchange in a free trade, open market and foreign competition. All these plus self-interes would bring greater prosperity.