How did the Cold War contribute to technological development in the United States?
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Correct answer: Federal defense spending supported computer and aerospace research
Cold War competition encouraged heavy investment in defense, space, and scientific research. This spending helped advance technologies such as computing, satellites, aerospace systems, and communications networks.
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