Correctional Officer Basic Training Practice Test

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Which of the following is NOT part of the motivational theory of needs?

Self-actualization
Financial stability
Self-esteem
Survival needs

The correct answer is: Financial stability

Financial stability is not part of the motivational theory of needs as outlined by prominent theories such as Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Maslow's theory categorizes human needs into a hierarchy, ranging from basic survival needs at the bottom to self-actualization at the top. The primary focus is on intrinsic needs related to personal growth and fulfillment. While financial stability can be important for achieving other needs, it is not classified as a fundamental human need in the same way that survival needs (physical safety and health), self-esteem (recognition and respect), and self-actualization (realizing one's potential) are. The motivational theory primarily aims to understand how various levels of needs drive human behavior and motivation toward achieving psychological health and personal development. By recognizing the distinction, one can better understand the framework of human motivation and the factors influencing behavior in correctional environments.