What is one reason the Roman Empire was divided into two empires?

Question

A.
There was a famine in the western parts of the empire.
B.
It had become too big to govern from one place.
C.
It was defeated by the tribes in the east.
D.
Different parts practiced different religions.

Answer 1

B. It had become too big to govern from one place.

The Roman Empire was divided into the Western Roman Empire and the Eastern Roman Empire primarily because it had grown too large to be effectively managed from a single central location. This division allowed for more localized governance and administration.