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Syllabus D: Leadership and managementSyllabus DMotivationMaslow

ACCA · Question 41 · Syllabus D: Leadership and management

Section A

According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, providing an employee with challenging work that allows them to reach their full creative potential satisfies which level of need?

Answer options:

A.

Esteem needs

B.

Self-actualization needs

C.

Social needs

How to approach this question

Identify the keywords 'full creative potential'. This corresponds to the very top of Maslow's pyramid: Self-actualization.

Full Answer

B.Self-actualization needs✓ Correct
Maslow's hierarchy places Self-actualization at the top. It refers to the realization of a person's potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth, and peak experiences. In the workplace, this is met by providing challenging, meaningful, and creative work.

Common mistakes

Confusing Esteem (getting a promotion/title) with Self-actualization (doing the work you were born to do).

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