Human Wants

What are the basic human needs according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

• Social, Belonging, Esteem, Self-Improvement, Self-Realization

• Physiological, Safety, Love/Belonging, Esteem, Self-Actualization

Give an example of a luxury want.

• A yacht

• A mansion

• A private jet

• A sports car

How do social wants differ from basic human needs?

• Basic human needs are influenced by culture

• Social wants are not essential for survival

• Social wants are unrelated to society

• Social wants are influenced by society and culture, while basic human needs are essential for survival and well-being.

Provide an example of a cultural want.

• Cultural appropriation in fashion

• Fast food chains

• Modern architecture in urban areas

• Traditional dance performances during festivals

Explain the concept of economic wants.

• Economic wants are the desires for goods and services that are fixed and unchanging.

• Economic wants refer to the needs for intangible items only.

• Economic wants are limited to basic necessities and do not include luxury items.

• Economic wants are the desires for goods and services that provide utility or satisfaction, which are unlimited and constantly changing.

What are some examples of psychological wants?

• Money, fame, power

• Love, acceptance, recognition, security, self-esteem

• Friendship, knowledge, freedom

• Health, happiness, success

Why are basic human needs considered essential for survival?

• Basic human needs are only necessary for leisure

• Basic human needs are harmful to survival

• Basic human needs are essential for survival because they are fundamental requirements for maintaining life and health.

• Basic human needs are optional for survival

Discuss the role of luxury wants in modern society.

• Luxury wants influence consumer behavior, social status, and economic growth by symbolizing success and driving individuals to aspire for higher standards of living.

• Luxury wants are a recent phenomenon

• Luxury wants only benefit the wealthy

• Luxury wants have no impact on society

How do social wants contribute to a sense of belonging?

• Social wants contribute to a sense of belonging by creating competition and rivalry.

• Social wants contribute to a sense of belonging by fulfilling the need for connection, acceptance, and validation within a community or group.

• Social wants contribute to a sense of belonging by causing isolation and exclusion.

• Social wants contribute to a sense of belonging by promoting individualism and self-sufficiency.

In what ways do cultural wants shape individual identities?

• Cultural wants only influence physical appearance

• Individual identities are solely shaped by genetics

• Cultural wants have no impact on individual identities

• Cultural wants shape individual identities by influencing values, beliefs, norms, socialization, and self-perception.