Which development most aided explorers in their ability to set sail the oceans to discover the new world during the age discovery? a.waterproof sails b.the printing press c.map-making devices d.fictional travel accounts

The correct answer is: B) The printing press.

The invention of the printing press was key not only to increase the literacy of Europeans but also to help information travel faster and be much easier to reach, which also helped in sparking curiosity over the discovery of the new world and getting access to scientific papers that were very useful for gaining knowledge about the subject.