John has just hit his classmate Mark.A friend tells John that he should not hit Mark.If John is reasoning at a preconventional level, which of the following rationales should the friend use to convince John not to repeat his behaviour?

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At the preconventional level of moral reasoning, individuals are primarily concerned with self-interest and the consequences of their actions on themselves, such as punishment or rewards. Therefore, explaining that the teacher will punish him is the most effective rationale at this stage.

John Has Just Hit His Classmate Mark