A Difference Between Maslow's Need Hierarchy and Alderfer's ERG Theory

question 61

Multiple Choice

A difference between Maslow's need hierarchy and Alderfer's ERG theory is that

• A)Maslow's theory states several needs can be satisfied at the same time, whereas Alderfer's ERG theory follows a specific structure.
• B)Maslow's hierarchy has scientific validity, whereas Alderfer's ERG theory has not been scientifically supported.
• C)Maslow's needs theory has general applicability, whereas Alderfer's ERG theory aims at understanding people's needs at work.
• D)Alderfer's ERG theory focuses on five levels of needs, whereas Maslow's theory focuses only on three needs.
• E)Alderfer's ERG theory is popular among American managers, whereas Maslow's theory is not.