Which of the following statements about the effects of moral and immoral action is correct?
A) Just as immoral actions corrode the conscience of those who perform them, moral actions affect the actor in positive ways.
B) People induced to act in evil ways quickly renounce this pattern, while those coaxed to do good continue the pattern.
C) Moral acts are internalized only if they are prompted by significant rewards or threats.
D) None of these choices.

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Research suggests that behaving morally can have positive psychological effects such as increased well-being and self-esteem, while engaging in immoral behavior can lead to guilt and self-reproach. Furthermore, repeated behavior can solidify these effects over time, meaning that moral behavior leads to more moral behavior, while immoral behavior leads to more immoral behavior. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Options B and C are incorrect because they are not supported by research. Option D is incorrect because there is a correct answer.

Which of the Following Statements About the Effects of Moral