Why did benjamin franklin establish the american philosophical society in 1743?

a.
to bring together scientists interested in understanding natural phenomena
b.
to garner in compiling his book of maxims and proverbs, poor richard's almanack
c.
to create a space for those who wanted to share ideas about european religion and politics
d.
to bring together intellectuals and challenge the authority of the protestant church

A.  To bring together scientists interested in understanding natural phenomena.

Explanation:

Benjamin Franklin established the American Philosophical Society in 1743 in hopes of bringing together scientists from around the world to understand natural phenomena. Franklin wanted to use this group for the main idea of "promoting useful knowledge", and getting out different ideas in order to better comprehend scientific happenings around us.

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