Which Statement Characterizes Moral Development in the Older School-Age Child

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which statement characterizes moral development in the older school-age child?

• A) They are able to judge an act by the intentions that prompted it rather than just by the consequences.
• B) Rules and judgments become more absolute and authoritarian.
• C) They view rule violations in an isolated context.
• D) They know the rules but cannot understand the reasons behind them.

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Definitions:

Pragmatists

Individuals who approach problems and situations in a practical, matter-of-fact manner, focusing on actionable solutions rather than theoretical considerations.

Passive Euthanasia

Withholding or discontinuation of life-prolonging treatment of a terminally ill person in order to end suffering or allow death with dignity.

Active Euthanasia

Deliberate action taken to shorten the life of a terminally ill person in order to end suffering or to allow death with dignity; also called mercy killing.

Life-support Systems

Technologies or medical practices designed to maintain life by performing vital functions for the body.