Which of the following is true of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs is based on the premise that fulfilling lower-level needs (such as physiological and safety needs) is necessary for individuals to achieve higher-level needs (such as esteem and self-actualization). Thus, failure to meet a lower-level need will hinder progress towards fulfilling higher-level needs.

Answer: D 
 Esteem needs are higher-level needs that relate to feelings of self-worth and respect. Survival needs (such as physiological and safety needs) are more basic and fundamental to human existence. Therefore, Esteem needs are not more basic than survival needs.

B is not true as per Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, physiological needs are the most basic and essential needs.

C is not true, a self-actualized person has met all their needs, including basic needs, and has fulfilled their potential.

Which of the Following Is True of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs