Zach, a high school junior, has just moved to a new town and cannot wait to get to school to meet new people. He likes sports and hopes he can try out for the soccer team. According to Maslow, which of the following needs is Zach working to fulfill?

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory suggests that once basic physiological and safety needs are met, people seek to fulfill social needs such as the need for friendship and companionship. Zach, who is seeking to meet new people and join a sports team, is likely motivated by the need for social connection. Self-actualization needs and esteem needs typically come later in the hierarchy after social needs are met.

Zach, a High School Junior, Has Just Moved to a New