Why did the zhou kings use the idea of the mandate of heaven?

A. To replace the chain idea of dynatic cycles with their own favorable concept
B. To convince the gods to strengthen and protect their new dynasty
C. To persuade their people to believe that the gods favored their rule running
D. To provide an explanation for famines and other natural disasters

C. To persuade their people to believe that the gods favored their rule.

C. To persuade their people to believe that the gods favored their rule