Ricky Will Not Pull Amber's Hair, Even Though He Wants

question 11

Multiple Choice

Ricky will not pull Amber's hair, even though he wants to do so, because he is afraid Amber would tell the teacher and get him in trouble. According to Kohlberg, Ricky probably is in the _____ stage of moral development.

• A)relativistic
• B)preconventional
• C)conventional
• D)prescriptive

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Definitions:

Young Adulthood

A developmental stage typically referring to individuals aged between 18 to 40 years, characterized by exploration of personal and professional identities.

Cognitive Development

The growth and change in intellectual capacities, such as thinking, reasoning, and understanding, throughout the lifespan.

Language Development

The process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive, produce, and use words to understand and communicate.

Perceptual Development

The gradual growth of a person's ability to interpret and make sense of sensory input from the environment, including sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and touch.