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A paper manufacturer is forced to make staff cutbacks because of declining profits. It decides to cut back each employee's hours and pay by one-half day per week rather than laying off two people. Senior managers believe that by allowing all their employees to keep their jobs, they are producing the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Which rule for ethical decision making does this example show?


Definitions:

Information Power

A form of power based on controlling access to information that is needed by others.

Position Power

The authority and influence a person possesses within an organizational hierarchy, often determined by job role or title.

Knowledge

refers to the facts, information, and skills acquired through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject.

Primary Functions

The basic roles or activities that are essential for an organization or system to operate effectively.

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