Jasmine wants to become head of her department. Although she will be greatly compensated if she achieves this aim and will gain control over many subordinates, the main reason she is pursuing this position is that she thinks she can do the job better than anyone else and wants people to know this. According to the McClelland's theory of needs, which of the following needs primarily drives Jasmine in this case?
A) the need for stability
B) the need for achievement
C) the need for growth
D) the need for affiliation
E) the need for power

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Jasmine is primarily driven by the need for achievement, as she wants to demonstrate her capability and believes she can perform the job better than others.

Jasmine Wants to Become Head of Her Department