What is the greatest similarity between the theories of Lawrence Kohlberg and Erik Erikson?

A) both theories suggest that there are specific stages that must be encountered in a specific order
B) both theories suggest that personality development is complete by the end of childhood
C) both theories suggest that there are specific neurological bases for development
D) both theories suggest that puberty is much easier to endure if the physical changes associated with the early teenage years do not occur "too" early

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Both Kohlberg and Erikson propose that development occurs in specific stages that must be experienced in a particular sequence. Kohlberg's theory identifies stages of moral development, while Erikson's theory outlines eight stages of psychosocial development. Both theories suggest that individuals must navigate through these stages to achieve healthy development.

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