“He that sells upon Credit expects to lose 5 per Cent. By bad Debts; therefore he charges, on all he sells upon Credit, an Advance that shall make up that Deficiency.”
Quote by Benjamin Franklin
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The Portable Benjamin Franklin
This volume includes a selection of Franklin's essays, letters, and experiments, offering insight into his scientific pursuits, political thought, and personal philosophy. It provides a glimpse into the life and mind of one of America's Founding Fathers, highlighting his contributions to the nation's development and his enduring legacy. more
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Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was a prominent figure in American history, serving as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was a statesman, scientist, inventor, and writer, born on January 17, 1706, and died on April 17, 1790. Franklin is renowned for his contributions to electricity, his support for the American colonial independence movement, and his successful diplomatic efforts in France. more
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