A student researching the space race has taken the following notes:
• The Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the first artificial satellite, in 1957 • Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space in 1961 • The US landed the first humans on the Moon in 1969 • The competition drove rapid technological advancement • The space race led to developments in computing, materials science, and telecommunications
The student wants to highlight technological benefits that resulted from the space race. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes?
The Soviet Union launched Sputnik in 1957, beginning the space race between superpowers.
The competition of the space race drove rapid technological advancement, spawning innovations in computing, materials science, and telecommunications.
Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space in 1961, followed by the US Moon landing in 1969.
The United States achieved victory in the space race by landing the first humans on the Moon in 1969.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B. Computing, materials, and telecommunications innovations show technological benefits.