Question

why was the invention of the printing press by johannes gutenberg significant?
a it limited the spread of scientific discoveries
b it kept education restricted to the wealthy
c it helped spread new ideas quickly, including renaissance and reformation thought
d it made books more expensive and harder to produce

Explanation:

The printing press by Gutenberg revolutionized communication. It allowed for mass - production of books and other printed materials, which in turn facilitated the rapid spread of new ideas, including those of the Renaissance and Reformation. It did not limit the spread of scientific discoveries, keep education restricted to the wealthy, or make books more expensive and harder to produce.

Answer:

C. It helped spread new ideas quickly, including Renaissance and Reformation thought