Question

James tells his brother Dan, "You do realize that the speed limit is 35 on this road , right? There are always cops over that hill" At what stage of moral reasoning is James operating? Will tells his brother Jay, "You do realize that the speed limit is 35 on this road, right? You need to follow the law". James moral reasoning is indicative of the ______________ level. Will’s moral reasoning is indicative of the _______________ level.

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is pre-conventional and conventional level, respectively.

Explanation:

In the example, James seems to operate at the pre-conventional level of moral development. During this stage, people do not possess an internal sense of morality. Instead, they act based on immediate consequences, such as fear of punishment.

On the other hand, Will operates at the conventional level of moral development. Here, the person accepts the moral norms that are established by his community.