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Question

Which one of the following is the biggest shipping canal in the world?

  1. Kiel Canal
  2. Pannama Canal
  3. Soo Canal
  4. Suez Canal

Answer:

Option D: Suez Canal

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Suez Canal”.

The biggest shipping canal in the world is: (4) Suez Canal

The Suez Canal, located in Egypt, is the world's largest artificial sea-level waterway. It significantly shortens travel times for ships journeying between the Mediterranean and Red Seas.