Question

The greatest improvement in the productive powers of labour, and the greater part of the skill, dexterity and judgement with which it is any where directed, or applied, seem to have been the effects of the division of labour. -Adam Smith, The Wealth of Nations, 1776 According to the quote, the author MOST LIKELY agrees with the benefits of A) manorialism. B) mercantilism. C) specialization. D) taxation.

Answer 1

I'm 100% that C) Specialization is the answer!

Answer 2

The correct answer is C) specialization.

He argues that division of labor led to people mastering a single skill instead of being average or good at many skills at once. Because they could now group up with other workers who mastered other skills, they could all provide masterfully crafted components for things which would give people a great product, while also working faster.