What has been found to serve as a prerequisite to using moral judgment to direct one's actions?
A) Moral metacognition
B) Postconventional reasoning
C) Prosocial behavior
D) A law and order orientation

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Moral metacognition refers to the ability to reflect on and understand one's own moral beliefs and values. This self-awareness is necessary in order to use moral judgment to direct one's actions. Without moral metacognition, individuals may not be able to distinguish between right and wrong actions, or may not be motivated to act in a morally responsible way.

What Has Been Found to Serve as a Prerequisite to Using