Rudy has borrowed his father's car for the evening. His buddies are trying to tempt him into staying out past his curfew. Rudy explains that if he stays out later than his curfew he will be grounded for a month without car privileges. Rudy decides it isn't worth the risk of losing his father's trust. What type of thinking is Rudy engaging in?
A) instrumental
B) concrete operational
C) formal operational
D) none of these

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Rudy is engaging in formal operational thinking, which involves considering abstract concepts and potential consequences, such as the loss of trust and privileges.

Rudy Has Borrowed His Father's Car for the Evening