Which of the following is an assumption of Maslow's theory of motivation?
A) People's primary needs are focused on ego, status, self-respect, and recognition for accomplishments.
B) Regardless of the satisfaction of lower-level needs, people will be motivated to satisfy a higher-level need.
C) People's needs are classified into two broad physiological and social categories.
D) People's needs are arranged in a hierarchy, going from physiological to self-actualization.

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Maslow's theory of motivation assumes that people's needs are arranged in a hierarchy, going from physiological needs (such as food, water, and shelter) to safety needs, love and belongingness needs, esteem needs, and self-actualization needs. This hierarchy of needs suggests that people must satisfy each lower-level need before they can move on to satisfying a higher-level need. Therefore, option D is the correct assumption of Maslow's theory.

Which of the Following Is an Assumption of Maslow's Theory