According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need comes immediately above physiological needs?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Safety needs
- Step 1: The hierarchy from bottom to top is physiological, safety, social, esteem, self-actualisation.
- Step 2: Safety needs come directly after physiological needs.
Answer
Safety needs.
Why not the others: Social needs: Social needs are third in the hierarchy. Esteem needs: Esteem needs are fourth. Self-actualisation: Self-actualisation is at the top.
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