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# Policy Closure Concept

## Definition

The idea that economic policies should have clear objectives and boundaries rather than open-ended interventions that can expand indefinitely. Smith advocates for clear policy limits to prevent excessive government interference in economic affairs.

## Source Chapter

Book IV, Chapter 6

## Context

Smith uses this concept to argue for clear limits on government economic intervention, emphasizing the importance of preventing the expansion of restrictive policies beyond their original purposes.

## Economic Domain

Regulation

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