James tells his brother Dan,"You should always wear your seat belt because it's against the law not to do so.We should obey the law because it is the right thing to do." At what stage of moral reasoning is James operating?

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James is operating at the "social system morality" stage, which is characterized by an understanding of the importance of obeying laws and rules to maintain social order and because it is considered the right thing to do.

James Tells His Brother Dan,"You Should Always Wear Your Seat