Multiple Choice: How did US education change as a result of the Cold War conflict with the Soviet Union?

Funding for math and science education increased so the nation could beat the Soviets in the Space Race.

Schools were desegregated due to declining graduation rates and concerns of falling behind the Soviet Union.

The first private schools were established due to concerns about communist sympathizers in public schools.

Spending on public universities declined due to a focus on training young citizens for military enlistment.

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Funding for math and science education increased so the nation could beat the Soviets in the Space Race.