On the basis of Maslow's hierarchy of needs,one would be LEAST likely to predict that a

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs places physiological needs (such as food and water) at the bottom, followed by safety needs, social needs, esteem needs, and self-actualization needs at the top. The choice D suggests that a prisoner might choose to die rather than betray his or her country, which is an act of self-actualization that is at the top of the hierarchy. However, Maslow's hierarchy also assumes that basic physiological and safety needs must be met before higher-level needs are pursued. Therefore, a starving person selling his or her child for food (Choice A) is more likely to happen as it satisfies their basic physiological needs. Choices B and C are both examples of individuals striving for self-actualization by using their abilities more fully or fulfilling their relationships. Both are in the higher level of the hierarchy and align with Maslow's theory. However, Choice D is the least likely based on the hierarchy of needs.

On the Basis of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs,one Would Be