How did the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union impact U. S. society?

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The U. S. government nationalized most large industries.

Public protests grew as opposition against the U. S. space program mounted.

Science education was given renewed emphasis in the nation's schools.

Defense spending was decreased as tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union lessened.

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12 October, 10:05

How did the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union impact U. S. society?

Question 1 options:

The U. S. government nationalized most large industries.

Public protests grew as opposition against the U. S. space program mounted.

Science education was given renewed emphasis in the nation's schools.

Defense spending was decreased as tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union lessened.

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Mara Mccann · Answer 1

The "space race" was a Cold War competition between the United States and the Soviet Union to develop aerospace capabilities, including artificial satellites, unmanned space probes, and human spaceflight.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) was created in 1958 as the federal agency with primary responsibility for the development of civilian aerospace research.

Early Soviet successes in the space race had a major impact on US society and culture, altering strategic defense doctrines and leading to new educational initiatives