Question

the panama canal was built to connect:

a. the mediterranean and the red sea.

b. the atlantic ocean and the great lakes.

c. the pacific ocean and the mississippi river.

d. the atlantic ocean and the pacific ocean.

Explanation:

The Panama Canal is a man - made waterway in Panama. Its main purpose is to create a direct shipping route between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, thus reducing the travel distance for ships that would otherwise have to go around the southern tip of South America. Option A describes the Suez Canal's connection. Option B and C have incorrect bodies of water related to the Panama Canal's connection.

Answer:

D. The Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.