Which of the following theories was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
A) Argyris's maturity-immaturity continuum
B) Porter-Lawler theory of motivation
C) Vroom expectancy theory
D) Alderfer's ERG theory
E) McClelland's acquired needs theory

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Alderfer's ERG theory was developed to counter the criticisms of and expand on Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Alderfer condensed Maslow's five needs into three categories, namely Existence needs, Relatedness needs and Growth needs, which he called the ERG theory.

Which of the Following Theories Was Developed to Counter the Criticisms