Which order of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is correct?
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Option A: Safety, physiological, belongingness, self-actualization, esteem
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Option B: Physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, self-actualization
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Option C: Physiological, belongingness, safety, esteem, self-actualization
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Option D: Belongingness, esteem, safety, physiological, self-actualization
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Option E: None of these
Correct answer B. Physiological, safety, belongingness, esteem, self-actualization
Explanation
Maslow placed physiological needs at the base, followed by safety, love and belongingness, and esteem, with self-actualisation at the top once lower needs are satisfied.
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