Question

which of the following products has the government helped to innovate? select all that apply. air bags internal combustion engine gps personal computer

Explanation:

• Air bags: Government regulations and safety standards have driven innovation in air - bag technology to improve vehicle safety.
• GPS: Originally developed by the U.S. government (Department of Defense) for military use, and then made available for civilian applications with continuous improvements.
• Personal computer: Government - funded research (such as in universities and research institutions) has contributed to advancements in computing technology that led to the development and improvement of personal computers.
• Internal combustion engine: While there are some regulations (e.g., emissions regulations) that have influenced its evolution, the initial development and most of the early innovation was more in the private - sector (e.g., by inventors and automotive companies) rather than significant government - led innovation at the start.

Answer:

Air bags, GPS, Personal computer.