Arthur lost his watch and needed to buy a new one. This time, he decided to purchase a Rolex instead of a Timex watch because he felt that Rolex signaled his status better and was a more prestigious watch. His purchase fulfilled which needs? A. Personal. B. Self-actualization. C. Physiological. D. Safety.

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Esmeralda Garrett

Social Studies

15 August, 06:38

Arthur lost his watch and needed to buy a new one. This time, he decided to purchase a Rolex instead of a Timex watch because he felt that Rolex signaled his status better and was a more prestigious watch. His purchase fulfilled which needs? A. Personal. B. Self-actualization. C. Physiological. D. Safety.

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Madeleine Kane · Answer 1

A. Personal

Explanation:

Personal needs simply means the needs of a person, it drives a person towards self realization and action.

Arthur's purchase fulfilled his personal needs. Arthur who one time had a Timex decided to buy a Rolex to show of his new status and prestige. According to the Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, he was was fulfilling his personal needs at the stage or level of esteem.

He felt the need to be respected and appreciated considering his new status, and most times this respect could come from what is being portrayed from him, like his accomplishments.