Richard has been working as an intern at a local bank for most of his senior year of college. Lately, his motivation has reduced because of the repetitive nature of his work,
Which makes little use of his college education. When Richard's supervisor,
Laura, asked him if he wanted to be part of a larger projectone that would be more
Complex and challenging, Richard quickly agreed. According to Maslow's hierarchy of
Needs theory, Laura motivated Richard by meeting his _____ needs.

Question

Richard has been working as an intern at a local bank for most of his senior year of college. Lately, his motivation has reduced because of the repetitive nature of his work,
Which makes little use of his college education. When Richard's supervisor,
Laura, asked him if he wanted to be part of a larger project­one that would be more
Complex and challenging, Richard quickly agreed. According to Maslow's hierarchy of
Needs theory, Laura motivated Richard by meeting his _____ needs.

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory suggests that individuals have five levels of needs: physiological, safety, social (belonging), esteem, and self-actualization. The higher needs in the hierarchy cannot be achieved until the lower ones are satisfied. Self-actualization needs are the highest level, which includes achieving one's full potential, feeling fulfilled, and being creative. By offering Richard a more challenging project, Laura is meeting his need for self-actualization as it aligns with his college education and allows him to use his full potential.

Richard Has Been Working as an Intern at a Local