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What was the primary reason for dividing the Roman Empire into Eastern and Western halves?
Religious differences
Economic disparity
Administrative efficiency
Language barriers
Answer
The primary reason for dividing the Roman Empire was administrative efficiency. Governing the vast empire had become increasingly difficult, and the division allowed for better management and control of the territories.
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