Which of the following is not considered a consequence of the printing press?
A) The rise of the middle class
B) The concept of the nation-state
C) An increased sense of community and mutual cooperation
D) A decline of religious authority
E) An increase in literacy rates

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The printing press did not directly lead to an increased sense of community and mutual cooperation. While it did facilitate the spread of ideas and information, whether or not this led to greater cooperation among people is debatable. The other options are all widely acknowledged consequences of the printing press.

Which of the Following Is Not Considered a Consequence of the Printing