Which of the following statements best describes Alexander’s empire-building strategy from a historical lens of empathy?

A Alexander’s sieges were viewed as humane and peaceful based on modern standards; however, his tolerance for Egyptian and Persian cultures was less modern for the time.
B Alexander’s sieges were viewed as inhumane based on modern standards; however, his adoption of and tolerance for Egyptian and Persian cultures were modern for the time.
C Alexander’s sieges promoted hellenization and forced common Macedonian practices; however, his methods of liberating inhabitants were modern for the time.
D Alexander’s pitched battles were viewed as inhumane for the time; however, his adoption of and tolerance for Egyptian and Persian cultures were modern for the time.

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B Alexander’s sieges were viewed as inhumane based on modern standards; however, his adoption of and tolerance for Egyptian and Persian cultures were modern for the time.