Asked by Emily Holliday on Jun 07, 2024

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Emily is accused of stealing some money to help support the drug habit of her husband,Luke.When asked why she did it,she responds,"A good wife is supposed to take care of her husband." This answer represents moral thinking at the __________ level.

A) nonconventional
B) conventional
C) preconventional
D) postconventional

Conventional Level

A stage in Kohlberg's theory of moral development where moral reasoning is based on conformity to societal standards and laws.

Moral Thinking

The process of determining right from wrong, making ethical decisions based on principles of fairness, justice, and societal norms.

Nonconventional

Refers to methods, ideas, or practices that do not conform to the accepted or traditional standards.

  • Discern the diverse levels of ethical reasoning as specified by Kohlberg.
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Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Emily's response shows that she is reasoning at the conventional level of moral thinking, where individuals conform to societal norms and expectations of how they should behave in order to gain social approval. Her belief that a good wife is supposed to take care of her husband reflects the societal expectation of traditional gender roles and the obligation to support one's spouse.