As children develop their conceptions of morality, Piaget's first stage called heteronomous morality is characterized as:
A) arising from the unequal interaction between children and adults
B) flexible in terms of its relative, changeable conception of morality
C) highly individualized in that it can differ from one child to another
D) based on relationships among peers and the quality of interactions

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Piaget's stage of heteronomous morality is characterized by children viewing rules as fixed and unchangeable, largely because these rules are dictated by authority figures, such as adults, with whom they have unequal interactions. This stage typically occurs from ages 4 to 7.

As Children Develop Their Conceptions of Morality, Piaget's First Stage