Which of the following is a drawback of David McClelland's three-needs theory?
A) It explains motivation in limited contexts.
B) It has limited practicality in terms of identifying needs.
C) It is criticized because of the methodology used in the original research.
D) Subsequent research was unable to validate the model.
E) It is illogical.

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A)McClelland's approach helps to explain motivation in various contexts. Its biggest drawback, however, is its limited practicality in terms of identifying needs and designing motivational programs to harness needs in beneficial directions.
B)McClelland's approach helps to explain motivation in various contexts. Its biggest drawback, however, is its limited practicality in terms of identifying needs and designing motivational programs to harness needs in beneficial directions.
C)McClelland's approach helps to explain motivation in various contexts. Its biggest drawback, however, is its limited practicality in terms of identifying needs and designing motivational programs to harness needs in beneficial directions.
D)McClelland's approach helps to explain motivation in various contexts. Its biggest drawback, however, is its limited practicality in terms of identifying needs and designing motivational programs to harness needs in beneficial directions.
E)McClelland's approach helps to explain motivation in various contexts. Its biggest drawback, however, is its limited practicality in terms of identifying needs and designing motivational programs to harness needs in beneficial directions.

Which of the Following Is a Drawback of David McClelland's