The correct answer is:
B) Louis XIV waged wars to achieve his goals.
Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, is known for his ambitious military campaigns, which aimed to expand France's territory and influence in Europe. The other options are not true; for example, while some citizens may have prospered, many faced hardships due to his policies and wars (A), he lived a lavish lifestyle (C), and his rule was characterized by absolute monarchy without checks and balances (D).