Which of the following was an effect of the printing press?

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Responses

Literacy declined because few people could afford the new books.

Literacy declined because few people could afford the new books.

Censorship increased because the church did not like the material that was being printed.

Censorship increased because the church did not like the material that was being printed.

Books were concentrated in areas where people could afford to print them.

Books were concentrated in areas where people could afford to print them.

Printing became quicker but more costly.

1 answer

The correct response is:

Censorship increased because the church did not like the material that was being printed.

The printing press led to an increase in the dissemination of information, including ideas that challenged the church's authority, prompting censorship efforts.