Which was a result of Augustus ending the civil wars and taking power? A. The republic's democracy flourished. B. The republic had become an empire. C. The republic's military grew weak. D. The new empire grew poor and weak.

Correct option is "B".

Augustus was the first Emperor of Roman Empire. Under his rules, Rome extended its reigns beyond its borders. Augustus has dramatically enlarged his dominion annexing Egypt, Dalmatia, Pannonia, Noricum, and Raetia, expanding possessions in Africa, and completing the conquest of Hispania.