A student researching the Panama Canal has taken the following notes:
• The Panama Canal opened in 1914 after 10 years of construction • The canal spans 50 miles across the Isthmus of Panama • Ships using the canal avoid a 7,000-mile journey around South America • Approximately 14,000 ships pass through the canal annually • A major expansion completed in 2016 allows larger ships to transit
The student wants to emphasize the canal's impact on global shipping. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
The Panama Canal spans 50 miles across the Isthmus of Panama and opened in 1914.
A major expansion completed in 2016 allows larger ships to transit through the Panama Canal.
By allowing ships to bypass the 7,000-mile journey around South America, the Panama Canal serves 14,000 vessels annually.
Construction of the Panama Canal took 10 years, finally opening in 1914.
Correct Answer: C
Choice C. 7,000 miles saved and 14,000 ships annually show shipping impact.