In the "Heinz and the Drug" case described in the chapter, if Heinz was reasoning at stage 5 he might decide to steal the drug based on which of the following reasoning?
A) Heinz should steal the medicine, because he will be much happier if he saves his wife, even if he will have to serve a prison sentence.
B) Heinz should steal the medicine, because his wife expects it.
C) Heinz should steal the medicine, because the law prohibits exceptions.
D) Heinz should steal the medicine, because everyone has a right to live, regardless of the law.

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At stage 5 of Kohlberg's stages of moral development, individuals recognize the importance of upholding basic rights and values, even if they conflict with the law. Therefore, Heinz might decide to steal the drug based on the reasoning that everyone has a right to live, which is a higher moral principle than the law against stealing.

In the "Heinz and the Drug" Case Described in the Chapter