Which social philosophy, dominant during the Industrial Revolution, dictated that only the free operation of economic laws would ensure the general welfare and that the government should not interfere in any persons pursuit of their personal interests ?

A. laissez-faire

B. the Rights of Man

C. economic independence

D. enclosure

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