All of the Following Statements About the Cold War's Impact

question 68

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the Cold War's impact on American life are true EXCEPT:

• A) the Cold War reshaped immigration policy.
• B) the Cold War promoted the rapid expansion of higher education.
• C) Cold War policy supported scientific research in medicine and computers.
• D) the Cold War contributed to the dismantling of segregation.
• E) Cold War military spending weakened the economy.

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