In the context of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, identify a true statement about belongingness and love needs

a. Maslow equated love with sex.
b. These needs fall under the category of metaneeds.
c. These needs can only be gratified through an intimate relationship with a lover.
d. Maslow recognized that sex is one way of expressing the love need.

ANS: D
FEEDBACK: Maslow did not equate love with sex, which is a physiological need, but he recognized that sex is one way of expressing the love need. Belongingness and needs can be expressed through a close relationship with a friend, lover, or mate, or through social relationships formed within a group.