Moral reasoning at the _____ level of Kohlberg's theory is characterized by the idea that "right" is being a "good" person and that conforming to social expectations and following rules set by others will win their approval.
A) conventional
B) preoperational
C) postconventional
D) preconventional

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This is because conventional moral reasoning, which is the second level in Kohlberg's theory, is focused on conforming to social norms and expectations in order to gain approval and maintain social order. The preoperational stage (B) is a stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, not Kohlberg's theory of moral development. Postconventional (C) reasoning is characterized by an individual's own personal ethical principles and may go against societal norms. Preconventional (D) reasoning is focused on obeying rules in order to avoid punishment.

Moral Reasoning at the _____ Level of Kohlberg's Theory Is