How did Adam Smith and Robert Owen differ in their view of human nature?

Smith believed that each nation had its own special character; Owen believed all nations were alike.

Smith saw economics as the most powerful motivator in human life; Owen thought it was love of family.

Smith believed that humans were naturally selfish; Owen believed humans were perfectible.

Smith believed that social classes were biological in origin; Owen felt they stemmed from social forces.

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How did Adam Smith and Robert Owen differ in their view of human nature?

Smith believed that each nation had its own special character; Owen believed all nations were alike.

Smith saw economics as the most powerful motivator in human life; Owen thought it was love of family.

Smith believed that humans were naturally selfish; Owen believed humans were perfectible.

Smith believed that social classes were biological in origin; Owen felt they stemmed from social forces.

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Adam Smith and Robert Owen differ in their view of human nature by: Smith believed that humans were naturally selfish; Owen believed humans were perfectible.

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