Abraham Maslow thought that once needs at one level of his hierarchy were met:

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According to Maslow's theory, once a lower-level need is met, a person's attention and motivation shifts towards higher-level needs. This means that meeting lower-level needs (such as physiological or safety needs) creates a foundation for pursuing higher-level needs (such as self-esteem or self-actualization), rather than diminishing motivation altogether. Therefore, the correct answer is that another, higher order need would emerge to motivate that person.

Abraham Maslow Thought That Once Needs at One Level of His