Asked by eliza mooradian on Jul 27, 2024

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When she is at work, Sara prefers having lunch with two of her colleagues because she likes to be identified as part of a group. In this case, Sara is trying to fulfill a(n) :

A) assertiveness need.
B) cognitive need.
C) creativity need.
D) affiliation need.

Affiliation Need

A psychological drive that motivates individuals to connect, join, or feel part of social groups or communities.

Assertiveness Need

The requirement for developing an ability to express one’s opinions, needs, and feelings in a manner that is confident, calm, and positive.

Cognitive Need

A psychological requirement for understanding, organizing, and making sense of the world.

  • Understand the concept and importance of group identity and affiliation needs.
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Zybrea KnightAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Sara's desire to have lunch with colleagues indicates that she is motivated by the need for social interaction and a sense of belonging, which are hallmark characteristics of affiliation needs. The other options are not relevant to the scenario presented.