Which of the following best explains the reasons for building a canal cross the isthmus of panama? a. to make panama rich by uniting the eastern part with the western part of the country. b. to make panama independence of its former ruler, colombia. c. to extend french colonial power in the americas. d. to shorten sailing time between the atlantic and the pacific oceans.

How did the late 19th century public schools change?

Full-service brokerage firms a. have lower commissions. c. provide no investment advice. b. offer portfolio management. d. teach you how to do market research.

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