Why was the launch of Sputnik a significant event?

A.) it led to increased competition in athletics.

B.) It fostered cooperation between the U. S. and U. S. S. R.

C.) it showed how nuclear missiles would travel in space.

D.) It prompted a space race between the U. S. and U. S. S. R.

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Addison Cohen

11 November, 17:53

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Viviana Stephens · Answer 1

It is D. It prompted a space race between the U. S. and U. S. S. R.

Faith Clements · Answer 2

D.) It prompted a space race between the U. S. and U. S. S. R.

Why was the launch of Sputnik a significant event?A.) it led to increased competition in athletics.B.) It fostered cooperation between the U. S. and U. S. S. R.C.) it showed how nuclear missiles would travel in space.D.) It prompted a space race between the U. S. and U. S. S. R.