Use the map to answer the following question:

Map of Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Europe and the North African coast are colored red. Western Asia is colored purple. A line divides the two areas. The cities of Rome and Constantinople are shown.
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How was the Roman Empire affected by the division shown in this map?

The division ultimately weakened the empire and led to its decline.
The division led to prolonged wars between the East and West.
The Roman Empire became stronger, with two centralized capitals.
The Roman Empire split into Christian and non-Christian territories.