The correct answer is D) Strict absolutist control Poor management
Louis XIV the “Sun King” had the longest reign in the history of Europe, he thought God had entrusted him with the crown and he believed that he was the center of the universe and because of this, he had the “sun king” nickname.
During his reign, he had unrealistic spending habits and numerous wars which caused financial problems. In order to solve the problem, he developed a tax policy in an attempt to offset the expenses, but this caused discontent among members of the lower classes since the Nobles and clergy members were not taxed.
