Alderfer's ERG theory suggests that,in addition to the satisfaction-progression process that Maslow proposed,a _______________ process is also at work.
A) frustration-regression
B) frustration-anger
C) progression-regression
D) progression-growth

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Alderfer proposed that an individual's needs can shift from one category (Existence, Relatedness, Growth) to another depending on their level of satisfaction. In the frustration-regression process, if an individual's higher-level need isn't being met, they may regress to seeking satisfaction for a lower-level need. This is different from Maslow's theory, which suggests a strict progression from lower-level to higher-level needs.

Alderfer's ERG Theory Suggests That,in Addition to the Satisfaction-Progression Process