In What Way Do the Theories of Maslow and Alderfer

question 87

Multiple Choice

In what way do the theories of Maslow and Alderfer resemble each other?

• A)Both theories agree that self-actualization forms the base of the needs hierarchy.
• B)Both theories agree that a person can only be motivated by one need at a time.
• C)Both theories agree that as lower-level needs become satisfied, people seek to satisfy higher-level needs.
• D)Both theories agree that when people experience need frustration, they focus upon satisfying higher-level needs.
• E)Both theories agree that physiological needs form the pinnacle of the needs hierarchy.

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