Why Do Children in Kohlberg's Conventional Moral Reasoning Take the Perspective

question 56

Multiple Choice

Why do children in Kohlberg's conventional moral reasoning take the perspective of the community at large?

• A) Because they understand and internalize the norms and standards of authority figures.
• B) Because they are worried about being punished for not following the rules.
• C) Because they tend to do what they are told no matter what.
• D) Because they assume that everyone sees the world as they do.

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