Support for Kohlberg's theory of moral development includes data indicating that:
A) external forces have a greater impact on the moral behavior of those operating at the lower stages of moral reasoning.
B) females are superior on moral dilemmas that focus on nurturing.
C) older individuals tend to regress to lower levels of moral thinking.
D) the development of moral reasoning does not follow any specific sequence.

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Kohlberg's theory suggests that individuals progress through stages of moral development, and those at lower stages are more influenced by external consequences (like punishment or reward) rather than internalized moral principles, which supports choice A.

Support for Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development Includes Data Indicating