Alan Works in a Research Laboratory

question 100

Multiple Choice

Alan works in a research laboratory. He owns a house, and he earns enough to sustain himself. He has a large social circle and makes time to meet his friends at least once a week. However, Alan feels that he is capable of much more and can achieve a lot more in life. He is striving to bring out the best within himself. In the context of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, Alan is trying to fulfill his __________.

• A)self-actualization needs
• B)physiological needs
• C)safety needs
• D)love and belongingness needs

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Definitions:

Short-term Memory

The capacity for holding a small amount of information in mind in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.

Rehearsal

A practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech) or a process in memory retention involving the repetition of information.

Short-term Memory

Is a cognitive system with a limited capacity that is responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing.

Verbal

Pertaining to words and language, both spoken and written.