In order to assess women's stages of moral development,Carol Gilligan conducted a study of pregnant women who were contemplating having an abortion.According to Gilligan,what motivated the women in the first stage of moral development?
A)anger
B)selfish concerns
C)a desire to do what is best for themselves and for others
D)their responsibility to others

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According to Gilligan, women in the first stage of moral development are motivated by their own selfish concerns and needs, without considering the needs or interests of others. These women may weigh the potential negative consequences of having a child or having an abortion, but their decision-making is primarily focused on their own welfare.

In Order to Assess Women's Stages of Moral Development,Carol Gilligan