Which of the following refers to the highest level of human functioning according to Maslow?
a. Biological and physical integrity
b. Safety and security
c. Self-esteem
d. Self-actualization
D
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A Incorrect. Biological and physical integrity is the lowest level in Maslow's hie-rarchy, below safety and security.
B Incorrect. Safety and security are the second-lowest level, below belonging and attachment.
C Incorrect. Self-esteem is the second-highest level, below self-actualization.
D Correct. According to Maslow, persons whose basic physical needs are met, who feel safe and secure, and who possess self-esteem and self-efficacy can achieve self-actualization, reaching out beyond themselves to make their lives meaningful.
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