According to the theory of rights:

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The theory of rights holds that fundamental human rights and privileges transcend national boundaries and cultures. Therefore, firms must respect these rights when making ethical decisions, regardless of the cultural or national context.

None of the other answer choices accurately reflect the theory of rights. A violates the theory of rights by suggesting that firms can pursue actions that violate rights for the sake of maximizing profits. B discusses collective good, which is unrelated to the theory of rights. D is an incorrect interpretation of the theory, as it actually holds that people should be treated as ends in themselves, rather than merely means to an end. E describes a theory of business ethics focused on maximizing shareholder wealth, rather than the theory of rights.

According to the Theory of Rights