Question

1. why did the framers include the necessary and proper clause in the constitution?

to define the scope of inherent powers of congress
to limit congressional powers to those expressly stated in the constitution
to set forth those powers considered necessary to the states
to empower congress to pass laws needed to carry out the expressed powers

Explanation:

The Necessary and Proper Clause, also known as the Elastic Clause, gives Congress the power to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers, and all other powers vested by this Constitution in the government of the United States, or in any department or officer thereof. It is meant to empower Congress to pass laws needed to carry out its expressed powers.

Answer:

To empower Congress to pass laws needed to carry out the expressed powers