Which factor best explains why the Eastern Roman Empire survived when the West did not?

It had a much smaller territory to govern.

It signed peace treaties with all invading groups.

It was wealthier and had more defensible borders.

It completely abandoned Roman culture and traditions.

What was the primary purpose behind the decision to divide the Roman Empire into two parts?

To create a new culture in the east.

To make the vast empire easier to rule and manage.

To punish the city of Rome for its corruption.

To separate the Christian and non-Christian populations.

Both halves grew stronger and expanded their territories.

The West flourished while the East entered a period of decline.

Both halves were quickly conquered by foreign invaders.

The East prospered for centuries while the West fell apart.

It conquered the eastern half and reunited the empire.

It grew weaker from invasions and internal problems, eventually collapsing.

It became the wealthiest and most powerful center of trade.

It moved its capital and survived for another thousand years.