A Person Who Obeys the Rules Because of a Sense

question 103

Multiple Choice

A person who obeys the rules because of a sense of social obligation to behave in certain ways is functioning at which level of moral development?

• A) prosocial
• B) conventional
• C) postconventional
• D) preconventional

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Definitions:

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, customs, and behaviors appropriate to their society or social group.

Instrumental Aggression

Aggressive behavior aimed at achieving a specific goal or end, rather than out of anger or frustration.

Relational Aggression

A form of aggression focused on harming someone by damaging or manipulating relationships.

Gender Schema Theory

A theory suggesting that people learn about gender roles and develop gender-based beliefs and behaviors through cultural and societal norms.