Kohlberg's (1984) Framework May Help in Understanding What Is the Right

question 8

Multiple Choice

Kohlberg's (1984) framework may help in understanding what is the right thing to do when facing an ethical dilemma. What best describes the framework and assistance it provides?

• A) It builds on Piaget's (1932) work and works only for young male adults aged from 10 to 16.
• B) The framework devises six stages of moral development within a broader framework of three distinct levels to determine ethical responses to a complex or wicked dilemma.
• C) The Framework features Heinz's Dilemma which is a case study about which tinned options were available to to young males aged 10 to 16.
• D) The framework outlines Pre-conventional where laws are social contracts and can be hedonistic as the right thing is driven by social norms.

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