What was one way in which the 1957 Soviet launch of Sputnik was significant?
A) It led to increased U.S. government funding for science education and defense spending.
B) An American aircraft shot it down over Cuba, starting a tense confrontation with the Soviet Union.
C) The satellite was armed with weapons and posed a clear threat to the United States.
D) It was a major feat in that it was the first manned spacecraft launched from Earth.
E) The satellite was based on stolen U.S. plans, alerting the government to espionage.

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The launch of Sputnik created a panic in the United States about falling behind in technology and spurred the U.S. government to increase funding for science education and defense spending. This led to the creation of NASA and significant investments in science and technology education.

What Was One Way in Which the 1957 Soviet Launch