Which statement best explains the concept of manifest destiny?
a. the idea that is was god's plan for the nation to expand across the continent
b. the belief that fate controlled what would happen to the united states
c. the certainty that settlers would be safe if they traveled in groups
d. the trust that political solutions were usually possible

The answer is A

Explanation:

It was the belief of the people that God's plan for this country was to expand from sea to sea. That it was our destiny to inhabit the land between the atlantic to the pacific oceans.

the statement the greek philosophers aristotle and plato would be most likely to agree with is statement c, a countries leader should be motivated by the common good of the country.