Larry and Carol are tested twice on moral reasoning.When Kohlberg's measures are used,Carol gets a lower score than Larry.When Gilligan's approach is used,both individuals score at the same level.Which of the following is likely to be a reason for this discrepancy?
A)Gilligan's approach is not as accurate and precise as Kohlberg's approach.
B)Kohlberg's theory is a justice perspective,while Gilligan's theory is a care perspective.
C)Gilligan's approach does not emphasize interpersonal relationships,but Kohlberg's theory does.
D)Unlike Kohlberg's theory,Gilligan's theory is biased against women.

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Kohlberg's theory is focused on justice perspective, while Gilligan's approach is focused on care perspective. It is possible that Carol scored lower on Kohlberg's measures because they emphasize justice and individual rights, which are often associated with masculine values, while Gilligan's approach was more inclusive of feminine values such as care and relationships. Therefore, under Gilligan's approach, both Larry and Carol scored equally because both applied the same care perspective regardless of their gender.

Larry and Carol Are Tested Twice on Moral Reasoning