Question

Which of the following is not an assumption of Maslow’s need for hierarchy theory?

[1 mark]

• A. People’s behaviour is based on their needs.
• B. People's needs are in hierarchical order.
• C. Over simplified and is based on human needs only.
• D. A satisfied need no longer motivates a person, and then only, he moves to the next level.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Over simplified and is based on human needs only.

According to Maslow's need hierarchy theory, oversimplification based on human needs only, is a criticism and not an assumption.