Question

mod-fall final part 1
why did we build the panama canal?
to open trade with canada
to form a military alliance with colombia
to cut travel time from the atlantic to the pacific oceans

Explanation:

The Panama Canal was built to create a shorter maritime route between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, reducing travel time and distance for ships. The first option is incorrect as Canada is not the focus of the canal's trade - opening related to its construction. The second option is wrong as the canal's construction was not for forming a military alliance with Colombia. The third option correctly states the purpose related to reducing travel time between the two oceans.

Answer:

To cut travel time from the Atlantic to the Pacific Oceans