Why did Benjamin Franklin not go to college? His mother believed he would be happier working at a trade. He did not enjoy reading or studying of any kind. His brothers were better at school than he was.

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asked May 25, 2023 24.5k views

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Why did Benjamin Franklin not go to college?

His mother believed he would be happier working at a trade.

He did not enjoy reading or studying of any kind.

His brothers were better at school than he was.

His father was poor and could not afford it.