Question

Frank always buys a fishing license before going fishing because authorities established the fishing laws. He believes laws should be obeyed. In terms of Kohlberg's theory, Frank is at the _____ level of moral reasoning.

Answer 1

In terms of Kohlberg's theory, Frank is at the conventional level of moral reasoning.

Explanation:

Kohlberg defined moral development in three different stages:

i) Pre-conventional

ii) Conventional

iii) Post-conventional

The moral development explains the ethical behavior of an individual. Rules, obligations, social roles and expectations of the individual conform to the characterization of the person. Kohlberg uses these elements as the development of moral reasoning.

In the above scenario, Frank gets fishing license before going for fishing. He believes that laws should be obeyed. This shows the conventional level of moral reasoning in Frank.