What was the “missile gap” identified in the 1950s?
the ussr, according to a report, was ahead in icbm technology.
the soviets had a lot fewer icbms than the united states.
the distance icbms flew between continents was referred to as a “gap.”
the “gap” referred to the distance between deployed missiles on the ground.

The Correct Answer is A

The USSR, according to a report, was ahead in ICBM technology.

Explanation:

The Missile gap

The deficiency in producing the missiles as compared to the Soviet Union.This missile gap led to the belief that the Soviets are far ahead from the America in production of Intercontinental ballistic missiles. This increased the arms race between United States and the soviets which later also led to the Cuban missile crisis.