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Theories of Motivation

Question 3 • Psychology - EL2084

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. Ginny lives in an unsafe neighborhood and walks to school with the threat of being approached by drug dealers. She becomes more frightened every day and wishes to find a different route to school. Based on this information, Abraham Maslow would claim that Ginny is likely to be preoccupied with her need for __________.

Answer
A
self-actualization
B
belongingness
C
safety
D
esteem

Explanation

Maslow’s hierarchy places safety needs above basic physiological needs and below belongingness, esteem, and self-actualization. Ginny fears being approached by drug dealers and wants a route that feels safer, so her immediate concern is protection from danger. The correct choice is safety.

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