A developmental psychologist investigating children's social and moral development told children a short story. In the story, a young girl named Maya is walking to a friend's birthday party. On her way, she encounters another child who has fallen and scraped their knee. Maya must choose between stopping to help the injured child or continuing to the party so she does not miss the games and cake. After hearing the story, the children were asked what Maya should do, and why.
What aspect of moral reasoning is the psychologist investigating in this study? Explain your answer.
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