When discussing the Heinz dilemma, Lindiwe says, 'I wouldn't steal the drug because I would not want anyone thinking of me as a thief.' This type of logic best fits with Kohlberg's ____ stage of moral reasoning.

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Lindiwe's reasoning is focused on societal expectations and the opinions of others, which is characteristic of the third stage of moral reasoning according to Kohlberg's theory. This stage is also known as the "good boy/girl" stage, where individuals are motivated to behave in ways that will earn the approval of others and maintain social order.

When Discussing the Heinz Dilemma, Lindiwe Says, 'I Wouldn't Steal