"The greatest good for the greatest number" is a key characteristic at the universal principles stage.

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"The greatest good for the greatest number" is a principle of utilitarianism, not a characteristic of the universal principles stage of moral development as described by Lawrence Kohlberg. Kohlberg's universal principles stage involves following self-chosen ethical principles, which may or may not align with utilitarianism.

"The Greatest Good for the Greatest Number" Is a Key