In which century was the first documented subscription business model invented, revolutionizing how products were distributed to consumers?

Subscription business models have revolutionized how companies deliver value and generate predictable revenue. While digital subscription services seem modern, the concept has fascinating historical roots in the world of inventions and discoveries. This trivia challenges you to identify when the subscription business model was first documented as a major commercial innovation. Test your knowledge about this pivotal development that has evolved into today's subscription economy!

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17th century (1600s) - with book and newspaper subscriptions in Europe
19th century (1800s) - with the invention of mail-order subscription boxes
20th century (1900s) - with the creation of magazine and record club subscriptions
15th century (1400s) - with early printing press publication subscriptions