The image is an illustration of Sputnik, the worlds first articfical satellite, launched in 1957. How did this event affect the United States? A. A program was created to promote privately and publicly funded space travel. B. The White House developed a national security system using satellite. C. The government created programs to make American education more competitive. D. Rapid creation of hardware and software created a economic boom

Which of the following describes research that would be considered basic science? a. a farmer is trying to improve his crop yields by using a new kind of fertilizer. b. a college students is curious about the growth of desert pants in the presence of excess amounts of water. c. government officials are trying to prevent the spread of new strain of influenza virus. d. a doctor is trying to determine why a patient is feeling tried and sick. b.a college students is curious about the growth of desert pants in the presence of excess amount of water