Larry and carol are tested twice on moral reasoning. the first time, kohlberg's measures are used and carol gets a lower score than larry. the second time, gilligan's approach is used and both individuals score at the same level, that of universal ethical principles (stage 6.) based on research reported in your text, what probably caused this discrepancy?

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Mia Reeves

5 October, 10:30

Larry and carol are tested twice on moral reasoning. the first time, kohlberg's measures are used and carol gets a lower score than larry. the second time, gilligan's approach is used and both individuals score at the same level, that of universal ethical principles (stage 6.) based on research reported in your text, what probably caused this discrepancy?

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Lia Willis · Answer 1

The difference in their perspectives such that Kohlberg's approach is a justice perspective while Gilligan's is a care perspective. Both scales showed a predominance in the perspective strength of each.