Matt refused to illegally download his favorite artist's new album even though his preordered copy was arriving late. He believes that he cannot support the artist and the music industry if he illegally downloads music. In the context of Kohlberg's stages of moral development, Matthew is at the _____ of moral development in this scenario.

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According to Kohlberg's stages of moral development, the social contract stage is where an individual recognizes the importance of social order and laws, but also understands that laws are relative and open to change. Matt's refusal to illegally download the album shows that he recognizes the importance of the law and wants to respect it, even though it may not benefit him in the short term. Therefore, he is exhibiting characteristics of the social contract stage.

Matt Refused to Illegally Download His Favorite Artist's New Album