In Maslow’s need hierarchy, ‘Achievement of goals’ is given as an organisational example of which need?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Self actualisation needs
Option (1) Esteem needs — Incorrect. The organisational example of esteem needs is a job title, which gives status and recognition.
Option (2) Self actualisation needs — Correct. Self actualisation is the highest need: the drive to become what one is capable of becoming. It includes growth, self-fulfilment and achievement of goals. So achievement of goals is its organisational example, at the top of the ladder.
Option (3) Affiliation/Belonging needs — Incorrect. The organisational example of these needs is cordial relations with colleagues.
Option (4) Safety/Security needs — Incorrect. The organisational example of these needs is a pension plan.
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