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What is a common misconception about Maslow's hierarchy?

  • Needs must be met in order

  • It's a pyramid

  • It's a ladder

  • It's a circle

Answer

Needs do not have to be met in order. Maslow's hierarchy suggests that individuals are motivated by certain needs, and that these needs can be arranged in a hierarchy from basic to more complex. However, the hierarchy is not rigid, and individuals may not need to meet lower-level needs before moving on to higher-level needs.
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