Which statement describes an aspect of Piaget's theory of moral judgment that has been supported by research?
A) Interacting with peers stimulates moral development.
B) Preschool-age children do not consider intentionality when reasoning about morality.
C) Children increasingly consider motives when judging the morality of actions.
D) Young children focus on being obedient to authorities and avoiding punishment.

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Piaget's theory suggested that children gradually shift from a focus on objective consequences (punishment or reward) to considering intentions and motives when making moral judgments. This has been supported by research, indicating that children do increasingly consider motives when judging the morality of actions, as they progress through middle childhood and adolescence.

Which Statement Describes an Aspect of Piaget's Theory of Moral