Question

which of these is an example of how louis XIV's absolute power was limited?

-his entertainment and observation of the nobility
-his establishment of a standing army for the first time
-his expansion of the state bureaucracy
-his reliance on jean baptiste colbert to make reforms for him

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The option "his reliance on Jean Baptiste Colbert to make reforms for him" is an example of how Louis XIV's absolute power was limited. Despite his position as an absolute monarch, Louis XIV recognized the need for expert advice and relied on Colbert to carry out reforms and manage the economy. This shows that even though Louis XIV had significant power, he still required the assistance and expertise of others to effectively govern.