In Maslow's hierarchy, which need comes after Physiological needs?

• A. Safety
• B. Love/Belonging
• C. Esteem
• D. Self-Actualization

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that Maslow’s hierarchy climbs from basic physical needs to security, then social connections, then esteem, and finally self-actualization. After physiological needs like hunger and thirst are met, people seek safety and protection—stable housing, personal security, health, and predictable routines. That makes safety needs the immediate next step in the pyramid. Once safety is secured, higher levels come into play, such as love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization. So safety needs are the best answer because they’re the next level that follows satisfying basic survival requirements.