What is the purpose of a learned society?

Question

a).to create curriculum for local schools
b). to gain knowledge on a variety of subjects
c). to develop a core of content experts
d). to dedicate scholarship and research to specific subjects

Answer 1

Please see the link I posted for you a few minutes ago.

Answer 2

I would say( b)

Answer 3

Since it's a learned society, presumably its members have already gained a lot of knowledge.

What does your book say?

Answer 4

I would jump at answer b, if it were worded..."to advance knowledge on a variety of subjects". That is actually why we send kids to universities. Some think it is to get a batter job, but the truth is, it is to educate them, and advance knowledge.

Answer 5

I like d.