The statement that BEST reflects moral reasoning at the preconventional level is:

A) "I obey a higher power."
B) "Every citizen should obey the rules."
C) "I want everyone to like me."
D) "I don't want to get caught and punished."

Preconventional Level

The first level of Kohlberg's stages of moral development, where an individual's moral reasoning is based primarily on the consequences of actions and on rewards and punishments.

Moral Reasoning

The process of determining what is right or wrong in a given situation, based on ethical principles and moral values.

Higher Power

A spiritual entity or force believed to be greater than oneself, often central in various religious and spiritual beliefs.