Michael decided that hugging his grandmother was a good thing to do, because every time he did, she gave him a piece of candy. Michael is in Kohlberg's __________ level of moral reasoning.
A) unconventional
B) conventional
C) postconventional
D) preconventional

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Michael's decision to hug his grandmother because he receives a reward (candy) shows that he is in Kohlberg's preconventional level of moral reasoning, which is focused on external consequences (reward or punishment).

Michael Decided That Hugging His Grandmother Was a Good Thing