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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15 September, 06:56

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Devan Hopkins · Answer 1

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

Carmen Schmitt · 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.