In the moral dilemma in your textbook that involved the druggist and the man who could not afford the medicine for his sick wife, which of the following responses would demonstrate the preconventional level?
A)Even if he steals the drug, his wife will probably die before he gets out of jail.
B)The druggist may be wrong, but the law says stealing is wrong.
C)People would think he was dishonest.
D)He should steal the drug but admit to it.

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The preconventional level of moral development is characterized by a focus on external rewards and punishments. In this case, the man is considering the consequences of stealing the drug, such as going to jail. This indicates that he is at the preconventional level of moral development.

In the Moral Dilemma in Your Textbook That Involved the Druggist