In Kohlberg's theory of moral development, postconventional reasoning is based upon

A) a good-boy/good-girl orientation.
B) an obedience and punishment orientation.
C) social order.
D) one's personal moral standards.

Postconventional Reasoning

A level of moral reasoning in which individuals make judgments based on abstract principles and the consideration of ethical fairness.

Kohlberg

Refers to Lawrence Kohlberg, a psychologist known for his theory of moral development stages.

Moral Development

The process through which individuals develop proper attitudes and behaviors toward other people in society, based on social, cultural norms, and laws.