Which of the following statements was not considered by the needs hierarchy theory?
A) Everyone is naturally motivated to reach their full potential.
B) Higher-order needs are influenced by personal and social influences.
C) Basic needs are more essential to individuals than their socialization needs.
D) People's physiological needs are stronger than their esteem needs.
E) Needs are strongly influenced by each individual's self-concept.

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Maslow's theory ultimately failed to explain human motivation because people don't fit into a one-size-fits-all needs hierarchy. Typically, needs are strongly influenced by each individual's self-concept and needs hierarchies are unique to each person. The needs hierarchy theory did not consider this.

Which of the Following Statements Was Not Considered by the Needs