How did Philip II’s policies increase the power of the monarchy? A. He earned the trust of the peasants, who provided him with a loyal army. He earned the trust of the peasants, who provided him with a loyal army. , ,

B. He decreased the power of the church, removing a rival to his throne .He decreased the power of the church, removing a rival to his throne. , ,

C. He earned the trust of the clergy, who provided him support and legal expertise. He earned the trust of the clergy, who provided him support and legal expertise. , ,

D. He increased the power of the nobles, who conquered England for him.