After an individual’s safety needs are met, what needs would the individual be motivated to fulfill next in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?

A major theme park is expanding the existing facility over a five-year period. The design phase will be completed one year after the contract is awarded. Major engineering drawings will be finalized two years after the design contract is awarded and construction will begin three years after the award of the design contract. New, unique ride technology will be used and an estimate will need to be developed to identify these costs that have no historical data.

After an individual’s safety needs are met, what needs would the individual be motivated to fulfill next in Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
A . Belonging needs
B . Self-actualization
C . Knowledge
D . Pay and compensation

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Answer: A

Explanation:

After an individual’s safety needs are met, Maslow’s hierarchy indicates the next needs to be fulfilled.

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs:

Once safety needs are met, the next level in the hierarchy is Belongingness needs, which includes the need for social connections, relationships, and feeling part of a group.