Question

The motivation theory which classifies the needs in hierarchical order is developed by

(a) Fred Luthans

(b) Scott

(c) Abraham Maslow

(d) Peter F. Drucker

Answer 1

Abraham Maslow gave the need hierarchy theory of motivation. His theory was based on the argument that within each individual there lies five basic needs that can be put in hierarchical order. Starting from the most primary ones, the order of hierarchy was stated as physiological needs, security needs, belongingness needs, esteem needs and actualisation needs.