Grace Jenkins has a small counter in a beauty shop where she sells designer-like bags. Grace says, "They are not the real thing. They are not priced like the real thing. My customers know that, but these bags make people happy because that have a feeling of living like the rich and famous. I sell happiness, not bags with trademarks." What do Grace's statements illustrate?
A) Utilitarianism
B) Rationalization
C) Virtue ethics
D) Rights and justice

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Grace's statements illustrate rationalization, as she justifies selling designer-like bags (which are not authentic) by focusing on the happiness they bring to her customers, rather than the ethical concerns related to trademarks and authenticity.

Grace Jenkins Has a Small Counter in a Beauty Shop