Why was NASA created?
A. To produce more scientists and teachers of science
B. To prevent other countries from using nuclear weapons
C. To coordinate the space-related efforts of scientists and military
D. To gather intelligence information from around the world
Answer (3)
NASA was created in response to the Soviet Union's October 4th 1957 launch of its first satellite Sputnik I.
to coordinate the space-related efforts of scientists and military to gather intelligence information from around the world
NASA was created in response to the Cold War space race, particularly after the Soviet Union launched Sputnik in 1957. Established on July 29, 1958, NASA's main mission is to coordinate the U.S. efforts in space exploration and aeronautics research. The correct answer to the multiple-choice question is C, as NASA was intended to combine scientific and military efforts in space-related areas.
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