Read the text below and answer the question. 'Before the invention of the printing press in the 15th century, books were meticulously copied by hand, primarily by monks in monasteries. This made books extremely rare and expensive, accessible only to the wealthy elite and religious institutions. The process was slow, and errors were common. The printing press, however, revolutionized knowledge dissemination, making books cheaper and more widely available, leading to a surge in literacy and the spread of new ideas across Europe.' Which of the following statements best describes the impact of the printing press on education and society?
A) It made books more expensive and exclusive.