"<span>The social context of the 1960s discouraged innovation and exploration because people were afraid of new technologies and feared being overrun by space aliens" is the statement that is false. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the fourth option or option "D".</span>
I believe the answer is: D. The social context of the 1960s discouraged innovation and exploration because people were afraid of new technologies and feared being overrun by space aliens.
During the 1960s,United States was involved in a cold war with the soviet Union. We compete in making various technology development to make weapons and technology to reach the space. So Government at this time actually promote the idea of innovation and exploration.