What effect did the launching of Sputnik have on American society?

Question

1.It created a sense of national pride in American technology.
2. It ultimately led to a growth in the size and scope of government.
3. It led the government to take a less involved role in the economy.
4. It convinced Americans that their government could protect them.

is the answer 2?

Answer 1

I disagree.

Answer 2

Is it 3? If not I don't understand ho

Answer 3

Is it 3? If not I don't understand how it could be 1 or 4 because the americans didnt launch Sputnik and were worried about what else the Soviet Union could launch.

Answer 4

I apologize, Jean. Your first answer was right. I didn't read it carefully and made a big error.