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Every man is rich or poor according to the degree in which he can afford to enjoy the necessaries, conveniences, and amusements of human life.
"Every man is rich or poor according to the degree in which he can afford to enjoy the necessaries, conveniences, and amusements of human life."— Adam Smith
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Meaning of this quote
Wealth is measured by access to the things that sustain and enrich life.
Key takeaway:
Distinguish usable resources from a monetary total alone.
Origin of the quote
The Wealth of Nations (1776)
Who actually said this?
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Source:
The Wealth of Nations (1776)
