In 1957, when the Soviet Union successfully placed a satellite in orbit before the United States did, the general public of the United States blamed the educational system for neglecting subjects that were vital to national survival.

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This statement is true. The event known as Sputnik 1 sparked a widespread concern about the state of science education in the United States and led to increased funding for science and math education programs.

In 1957, When the Soviet Union Successfully Placed a Satellite