A child who judges whether an act is good in terms of the physical consequences of reward and punishment is reasoning at which of Kohlberg's levels?
A) preconventional level
B) conventional level
C) postconventional level
D) empathic level

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Kohlberg's preconventional level of moral reasoning is characterized by the child's focus on physical consequences and reward/punishment in deciding whether an act is good or bad. This level is typically seen in young children up until the age of 9-10 years old.

A Child Who Judges Whether an Act Is Good in Terms