Susan decides not to tell the teacher that her classmate Ian is cheating on the math exam because she is afraid the other kids will call her a snitch. This is an example of Lawrence Kohlberg's _____ stage of moral development.

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In the conventional stage, individuals start to conform to societal norms and values. Susan's decision not to report Ian's cheating is based on her fear of being called a snitch and the social stigma associated with it. Therefore, her decision is based on her concern for what her classmates will think of her rather than any ethical principles.

Susan Decides Not to Tell the Teacher That Her Classmate