Many artists and intellectuals pursue creative and intellectual goals without recognition or reward. The fact that they pursue growth motives in the absence of safety and security argues against Maslow's idea that needs are organized as
A)psychic energy.
B)drives.
C)a hierarchy.
D)stimulus motives.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Maslow's theory proposes that needs are organized in a hierarchy, with basic physiological needs at the bottom, safety needs, belongingness and love needs, esteem needs, and self-actualization needs at the top. However, the pursuit of growth motives, such as creativity or intellectual growth, can occur even in the absence of safety and security needs being fully met, which goes against the hierarchical organization of needs proposed by Maslow. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

Many Artists and Intellectuals Pursue Creative and Intellectual Goals Without