Older children, who are ________, recognize that punishment occurs only if someone witnesses the wrongdoing and that even then, punishment is not inevitable.

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Moral autonomists are older children who understand that rules are created by people and can be changed, and that punishment is not inevitable or solely determined by authority figures. They recognize that the intention behind the action and the consequences that follow are important factors in morality. Empathic thinkers focus on considering others' emotions and perspectives, while gender-typed refers to adhering to stereotypical gender roles. Heteronomous thinkers are younger children who view rules as fixed and determined by authority figures, believing that punishment is inevitable and solely based on whether the action was right or wrong.

Older Children, Who Are ________, Recognize That Punishment Occurs Only