Regarding moral development in adulthood, which is true?

A. Moral development in older males progresses at a faster rate than in older females.
B. Moral reasoning deteriorates significantly in old age.
C. The majority of older adults are preconventional thinkers.
D. Postconventional thinking emerges only during adulthood.


Answer: D

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