Question

background information: this passage, about self - interest, is from adam smiths the wealth of nations, which was published in 1776. every individual is continually exerting himself to find out the most advantageous employment for whatever capital he can command. it is his own advantage, indeed, and not that of the society which he has in view. but the study of his own advantage naturally leads him to prefer that employment which is most advantageous to the society. according to the passage, how do people pursuing their own self - interests benefit society? people will naturally take jobs where they can reform society. the highest - paying jobs are also those that benefit the society the most. people pursuing capital will always start new businesses. only good workers will find employment.

Explanation:

The passage from Adam Smith's The Wealth of Nations states that individuals seeking their own advantage in employment will naturally prefer the one most advantageous to society. This implies that when people pursue their self - interests, they end up in jobs that benefit society as they look for what's best for themselves.

Answer:

The highest - paying jobs are also those that benefit the society the most.