Which list correctly names Maslow's five basic needs?

• A. Physiological Needs, Safety Needs, Belonging Needs, Esteem Needs, Self-Actualization Needs
• B. Physiological Needs, Security, Affiliation, Confidence, Personal Growth
• C. Physiological Needs, Safety Needs, Love Needs, Esteem Needs, Self-Actualization Needs
• D. Physiological Needs, Security Needs, Belonging Needs, Esteem Needs, Actualization Needs

Answer: (A)

Maslow’s hierarchy groups human needs from the most basic to the highest. The five levels, in order, are physiological needs (bodily requirements like food and sleep), safety needs (security and protection), belonging needs (love and social connection), esteem needs (self-respect and recognition from others), and self-actualization (realizing one’s potential). The best listing uses those exact terms: Physiological Needs, Safety Needs, Belonging Needs, Esteem Needs, Self-Actualization Needs. This matches Maslow’s standard labels and the progression from basic survival to personal growth. Other options mix or alter terms (for example, using Security instead of Safety, Love instead of Belonging, or dropping the Self- in Self-Actualization), which don’t align with the canonical names.