True or False: According to Maslow, lower-level needs can become motivators even if higher-level needs are not satisfied.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs theory posits that human needs are structured in a hierarchical order, starting from basic physiological needs at the bottom to self-actualization at the top. According to Maslow, lower-level needs such as physiological, safety, and social needs must be satisfied before individuals can focus on higher-level needs like esteem and self-actualization.

Given this framework, the statement is true in that lower-level needs can continue to motivate behavior even if higher-level needs remain unfulfilled. For instance, if an individual experiences insecurity (a lower-level need) or lacks basic resources, they will prioritize addressing these needs over pursuing higher-level ambitions. Therefore, it is indeed accurate to assert that lower-level needs can serve as motivators independently of the satisfaction of higher-level needs.

In this context, the correct position aligns with the understanding that motivation is often driven by the most immediate unmet needs, regardless of their level in Maslow's hierarchy.