According to Kohlberg, about 20% of Americans can be classified at this level of moral thinking ______.
A) level 1: preconventional thinking
B) level 2: conventional thinking
C) level 3: postconventional or principled thinking
D) level 4: graduated level of thinking

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Kohlberg's theory of moral development posits that the highest stage, level 3: postconventional or principled thinking, is achieved by a minority of adults. This level involves abstract reasoning and the ability to apply universal ethical principles. Kohlberg suggested that only about 20% of the population reaches this stage.

According to Kohlberg, About 20% of Americans Can Be Classified