Hammurabi, the sixth king of the First Babylonian Dynasty, is best known for his code of laws and his efforts to centralize and strengthen his empire. In his quest to rule effectively, he implemented several strategies. Of the options provided, the most relevant instructional approach would be:
B to rule distant cities
This reflects Hammurabi’s effort to maintain control over the various regions of his expansive empire by appointing governors who would administer these areas on his behalf, ensuring that his laws and policies were enforced throughout.