Which one of the following statements is correct? a. According to Maslow, human needs are classified in a hierarchy where the highest needs must be satisfied before the lower-level needs can receive attention. b. Psychological needs are the basic
The correct statement is:
c. According to Maslow, not all people have the same basic needs.
Maslow's hierarchy of needs suggests that while there are general categories of needs (physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization), the prioritization and experience of these needs can vary among individuals based on their circumstances, culture, and personal experiences.
Here's a brief explanation of why the other statements are incorrect:
a. Maslow's hierarchy does not suggest that higher needs must be completely satisfied before lower needs receive attention; instead, people can be motivated by needs at different levels simultaneously.
b. Psychological needs refer to needs for belongingness and love, not basic survival needs. Basic survival needs fall under the physiological categories.
d. While esteem needs do include ego-driven desires, they are not exclusively ego-driven but can also encompass the need for respect, recognition, and achievement from external sources.