Oklahoma State Assessment Test (OSAT) Early Childhood Education Practice Test

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What are the first needs outlined in Maslow’s hierarchy of human needs?

Security needs
Social needs
Esteem needs
Physiological needs

The correct answer is: Physiological needs

Maslow's hierarchy of human needs is often represented as a pyramid, where the most fundamental needs are at the base and higher-level needs build upon them. The first needs outlined in this hierarchy are the physiological needs, which include basic life-sustaining requirements such as food, water, shelter, and sleep. These needs are considered the most essential for human survival and must be met before individuals can focus on higher-level needs such as safety, social connections, and esteem. Once physiological needs are adequately addressed, individuals can then seek to fulfill their security needs—such as personal safety and financial stability—and subsequently move up the hierarchy to fulfill social needs like belongingness and love, followed by esteem needs that involve feelings of accomplishment and recognition. By understanding this foundational structure, educators and caregivers can better support the developmental stages of children by ensuring their most basic needs are met, paving the way for holistic growth and well-being.