Which of the following is a feature of moral development at the preconventional stage?
A) Right versus wrong is referenced to the expectations of one's family and one's society.
B) Concepts such as doing one's duty and maintaining the social order come to be valued for their own sakes.
C) People come to emphasize the laws, rules, and orders that govern society.
D) Right versus wrong is referenced to a set of defined, established moral principles.
E) Morality is practiced to avoid punishment regardless of any concern about moral order.

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According to Kohlberg, people begin their moral development at the preconventional stage. At this stage, right versus wrong is viewed in terms of the consequences of various actions for the individual. For example, children seek to avoid punishment for its own sake, regardless of any concern about moral order. Similarly, children obey adults to avoid punishment, regardless of the respect or wisdom shown by those adults.

Which of the Following Is a Feature of Moral Development