Tyrel is only 5 years old. He is angry at his brother and is about to hit him when he stops. According to Lawrence Kohlberg, it is most likely that Tyrel did not hit his brother because he:
A) respects the rules of the house.
B) does not want to get into trouble.
C) realizes that all human beings deserve to live without violence.
D) wants to conform to the rules of the house.

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At 5 years old, Tyrel is likely operating at Kohlberg's pre-conventional level of moral reasoning, where actions are often driven by a desire to avoid punishment or gain reward, rather than a deeper understanding of rules or ethical principles.

Tyrel Is Only 5 Years Old