Maryanne is 24 years old with a family. She is running late on her way home from class and notices there are few cars on the road and no police officers. She thinks about speeding, but she then decides not to because it doesn't uphold the law. Maryanne is currently functioning at which stage of moral development?
A) Postconventional
B) Preconventional
C) Ethic of care
D) Formal operational

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Maryanne is functioning at the Postconventional stage of moral development because she makes her decision based on the principle of upholding the law, rather than on personal consequences or social approval. This stage involves an understanding of universal ethical principles and is characterized by a focus on moral reasoning.

Maryanne Is 24 Years Old with a Family