Question

Why was Sputnik so significant to both the Soviets and the Americans?

It led to increased competition in athletics.
It fostered cooperation between the U.S. and USSR.
It showed how nuclear missiles would travel in space.
It prompted a race to see who could reach space first.

Answer 1

@Palindromeman

Answer 2

Its definitely D. Sputnik was a Soviet satellite, and if anything it furthered the competition for these countries (specifically in space) but also in other areas of science and weaponry.

Answer 3

Thanks

Answer 4

Anytime

Answer 5

please try not to give direct answers :P I understand it is tempting and difficult not to xD @palindromeman