When making a moral judgment, what does a person in the first stage of preconventional moral reasoning rely heavily on?
A) adherence to laws
B) adherence to a personal moral code
C) obedience to authority
D) random guessing

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A person in the first stage of preconventional moral reasoning relies heavily on obedience to authority. They base their moral judgments on avoiding punishment and following rules set by authority figures. They may not yet have developed a personal moral code or a strong sense of empathy or compassion towards others.

When Making a Moral Judgment, What Does a Person in the First