SCENARIO 4-2 Your department is diverse - it is made up of people who are different in their lifestyles and their stages of life.Mary is a 23-year-old single parent who is working for minimum wage.Jonathan is 60 years old, extremely wealthy and works because he enjoys it.Jane is single, 45 years old and has few friends or activities outside the office.You have decided to attempt to apply Maslow's hierarchy of needs to motivate each of these individuals.
Which of the following do you think would motivate Mary the most
A)more vacation time
B)more responsibility
C)greater discretion over her job
D)more money
E)more satisfying work.

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As a single parent working for minimum wage, Mary's basic physiological and safety needs may not be fully met. Providing her with more money can help alleviate some financial stress and meet her basic needs, which can motivate her to perform better in her job.

SCENARIO 4-2 Your Department Is Diverse - It Is Made