Question

amidst ongoing famine, rising discontent, and increased taxes louis xvi called a meeting of the estates - general leading up to the french revolution. this was the first time this call had been issued in one hundred fifty years. why did the king call this meeting?
to move france toward a constitutional monarchy
to create a plan of action to stop the famine
to give the people a voice
to attempt economic and monetary crisis reform

Explanation:

Louis XVI faced financial problems due to costly wars and an inefficient tax - system. The Estates - General was called to address economic and monetary issues and find ways to raise revenue and reform the economy.

Answer:

to attempt economic and monetary crisis reform