Question 5: [Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs] Tanishka, a recent graduate…

[Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs] Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs explains how motivation progresses from basic survival to higher order needs. Though lacking strong empirical evidence, it remains useful for identifying motivations and barriers to career growth and beyond at different stages of life.
Read the given scenarios and identify which level of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs best applies to each situation.
Based on the above data, answer the given subquestions.

[Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs] Tanishka, a recent graduate, just joined a semiconductor manufacturing firm as a junior fabrication engineer. While excited about the role, her entry-level pay barely covers her living expenses in a high-cost tech hub. She frequently pulls 14-hour shifts in the cleanroom to secure overtime pay, constantly worrying about paying next month's rent and affording basic meals. The constant financial strain and physical exhaustion are beginning to impair her focus during critical quality-control checks.
Which level of Maslow’s hierarchy is Tanishka primarily attempting to fulfill?