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The Classical School of Economics can be traced back to influential thinkers like Adam Smith, who is often deemed the father of economics. This school focuses on the concept of the Wealth of Nations, emphasizing the importance of free trade and the labor theory of value. According to this theory, the value of a product is derived from the labor invested in its production. Classical economics is closely related to political economy, addressing questions of distribution and the ideal political system.