Regarding the hierarchy of needs,which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) When meta-needs are unfulfilled, people fall into despair, apathy, and alienation.
B) College students who are primarily concerned with money, personal appearance, and social recognition score higher than average in vitality, self-actualization, and general well-being.
C) Maslow estimated that few people are primarily motivated by needs for self-actualization.
D) Rewards in our society tend to encourage conformity, uniformity, and security in schools, jobs, and relationships.

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This statement contradicts Maslow's theory, which suggests that self-actualization is the highest level of need, and individuals who focus on materialistic needs are less likely to achieve self-actualization and general well-being. The other statements align with Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Regarding the Hierarchy of Needs,which of the Following Statements Is