The employees at a factory were excellent workers until a week before Christmas when a rumor spread that economic conditions would force the plant to close in four days. The quality and quantity of work took a downturn as the workers spent time discussing among themselves the plausibility of the rumor and what they would do if it were true. Maslow would say that these workers were motivated by
A)meta-needs.
B)intrinsic motivation.
C)esteem and self-esteem.
D)safety and security.

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Maslow's hierarchy of needs suggests that safety and security are fundamental needs. When the workers feared for their jobs due to the rumor of the plant closing, their focus shifted towards securing their employment and livelihood, which falls under the category of safety and security needs.

The Employees at a Factory Were Excellent Workers Until a Week