Larry and Carol Are Tested Twice on Moral Reasoning

question 57

Multiple Choice

Larry and Carol are tested twice on moral reasoning.When Kohlberg's measures are used,Carol gets a lower score than Larry.When Gilligan's approach is used,both individuals score at the same level.Which of the following is likely to be a reason for this discrepancy?

• A)Gilligan's approach is not as accurate and precise as Kohlberg's approach.
• B)Kohlberg's theory is a justice perspective,while Gilligan's theory is a care perspective.
• C)Gilligan's approach does not emphasize interpersonal relationships,but Kohlberg's theory does.
• D)Unlike Kohlberg's theory,Gilligan's theory is biased against women.

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Definitions:

Intergroup Bias

The tendency to favor one's own group over other groups in judgment or treatment.

Self-Esteem

The degree to which a person has a positive self-evaluation.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept referring to an individual's belief about the extent of control they have over events in their lives, which can be internal (believing they have control) or external (believing that outside forces have control).

Negative Affectivity

Propensity to view the world, including oneself and other people, in a negative light.