Chelsea believes that it is ethical for companies to outsource all work to under-developed countries so that the outsourcing companies can pay lesser wages. By doing so, the outsourcing company can reduce manufacturing expenses and, instead, pay its managers higher salaries. Which of the following theories of ethical thought is associated with her beliefs?

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Rule utilitarianism is a theory of ethical thought that argues that an action is morally right if it conforms to a rule that leads to the greatest good, or happiness, for the greatest number of people. In the case of Chelsea's belief, she may argue that outsourcing work to under-developed countries leads to the greatest good for the greatest number by reducing costs for the company and allowing managers to receive higher salaries.

Chelsea Believes That It Is Ethical for Companies to Outsource