In Kohlberg's stages of moral development, a child obeys the rules of the house in order to avoid a punishment. This is an example of which stage in Kohlberg's moral development theory?
A) stage 1
B) stage 2
C) stage 3
D) stage 4

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This behavior is characteristic of Stage 1 in Kohlberg's theory, known as the Pre-conventional level, specifically the "Obedience and Punishment Orientation" stage, where actions are driven by the desire to avoid punishment.

In Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development, a Child Obeys the Rules