The United States decided to try to build a canal across Panama instead of Nicaragua because:

d: the land was less expensive and offered a shorter route.

Explanation:

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yes based on alexanders actions he deserved the title of "the great". his empire covered about 3,000 miles and he was able to establish the empire over a 13 year period of time. he was able to conquer many different places. he also defeated the persians. he conquered egypt and developed a city and named it after himself.