"Generally You Should Obey the Law, Because That Is One

question 1

Multiple Choice

"Generally you should obey the law, because that is one of the conditions for living in society. But if a law is immoral, you may need to disobey it-but be prepared to take the consequences." What level of moral reasoning in Kohlberg's system is reflected in this statement?

• A) hedonistic level
• B) preconventional level
• C) conventional level
• D) principled level

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Definitions:

Accumulated Benefit Obligation

The actuarial present value of all benefits attributed by the pension benefit formula to employee service rendered prior to that date, whether or not the benefits are vested.

Plan Assets

Assets that are held by a retirement plan, which can include stocks, bonds, and cash, intended to fund the future benefit payments to participants.

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

A retirement plan where employer commitments are based on a formula considering factors like salary history and duration of employment, with the company bearing investment risk.

Prior Service Cost Amortization

The process of expensing the costs of retroactive benefits granted in a pension plan over a period of time.