What is the overall outcome of Adam Smith's concept of the invisible hand in a competitive market?

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Everyone gains when individuals pursue their own self-interestAll participants will see their profits rise in an open marketIndividuals must focus on maximizing economic expansionPeople ought to act in ways that advance the common good

Explanation

The invisible hand suggests that when each person seeks their own benefit, it unintentionally leads to positive results for society as a whole. This means that individual self-interest drives overall economic benefits, rather than deliberate efforts to promote public welfare or maximize growth.