Which empire was the first to implement a standardized system of weights and measures to facilitate trade across Mesopotamia?
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Correct answer: Akkadian Empire
The Akkadian Empire, under Sargon and his successors, introduced standardized weights and measures. This administrative reform was crucial for maintaining economic stability and simplifying taxation across a vast, multi-ethnic territory.
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