Maslow’s motivational theory proposes that people have a hierarchy of

QUESTION

Maslow’s motivational theory proposes that people have a hierarchy of needs that are never completely fulfilled. Human motivation stems from the desire to fulfill our needs.

Based on Maslow’s hierarchy, which need are we LEAST able to fulfill?
A) safety
B) physiological
C) self-actualization
D) esteem
E) social

ANSWER

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Self-actualization, or self-fulfillment, is the highest-level need. Maslow’s theory proposes that our actions are aimed at fulfilling unsatisfied needs higher in the hierarchy.