Question

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Answer 1

Which of the following best explains the reasons for building a canal across the Isthmus of Panama?

A.
to help make Panama rich by uniting the eastern part with the western part of the country

B.
to shorten sailing time between the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans

C.
to help extend French colonial power in the Americas

D.
to make Panama independent of its former ruler, Colombia

Answer 2

@CanadianSteve99

Answer 3

@leahhhmorgannn

Answer 4

Well, I know the answer, but what do you think it is and why?