Which is the highest level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
A: Self actualization
B: Physical needs
C: Need for belonging
D: Safety needs
E: Self esteem
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The correct answer is A - Self actualization.
ReplyDeleteIn ascending order Maslow says that the needs that we strive to meet are physical, safety, belonging and love, self esteem, and then self actualization.
It is hard if not impossible to help people with their self esteem and self actualization needs when they hungry or scared.