Maslow believed that all but which one of the following statements are true of self-actualizing people?
A) Their deficiency needs have been met.
B) They tend to see beauty and goodness in the world.
C) They tend to regard humor as a necessary ingredient of a happy life.
D) Their growth need is solely determined by their status regarding deficiency needs.

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Maslow's theory of self-actualization suggests that self-actualizing individuals have met their deficiency needs (physiological, safety, love/belonging, and esteem) and are motivated by growth needs, which are not solely determined by their status regarding deficiency needs. Growth needs are more about realizing one's potential and less about the status of deficiency needs.

Maslow Believed That All but Which One of the Following