Kohlberg Suggests That the Sixth Stage of Moral Reasoning Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

Kohlberg suggests that the sixth stage of moral reasoning is evident when an individual acts in order to

• A) gain acceptance and avoid disapproval from others.
• B) follow rules and avoid penalties.
• C) support universal principles of conscience.
• D) promote the welfare of the society.
• E) achieve rewards and avoid punishments.

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Definitions:

Group Development

The stages or phases that a team undergoes from formation to achieving effectiveness and accomplishing its objectives.

Confusion

A state of being bewildered or unclear in one’s mind about something, often resulting from lack of understanding or clarity.

Groupthink

A deterioration of mental efficiency, reality testing, and moral judgment in the interest of group solidarity; extreme form of consensus

Harmony

A state of agreement or concord, often used to describe peaceful and coherent relationships among individuals or elements within a whole.