Stefan, a 12-Year-Old Boy, Believes That It Is Alright for Him

Multiple Choice

Stefan, a 12-year-old boy, believes that it is alright for him to stay out late if he is with his friends, and his parents should not have to worry about his safety. According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, which of the following stages of development does Stefan represent?

A) The stage of moral realism
B) The postconventional level
C) The stage of objective morality
D) The preconventional level