In Kohlberg’s model, reasoning based on upholding laws simply because they are laws is characteristic of:
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Correct answer: c. Stage 4
Stage 4 (Authority and social‐order maintaining orientation) emphasises doing one’s duty and respecting laws for societal order.
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