A large automobile manufacturer discovered a defect in the construction design of one of its new models. The defect presents the possibility of a gas tank rupture, with a resulting fire hazard, in the event of a rear-end collision. However, management determined that it will be cheaper for the corporation in the long-term to pay damages in the lawsuits that will likely arise due to the design defect than it will be to recall the cars and correct the defect. Based on this reasoning, the company takes no action. What ethical theory best explains this decision? Egoism. Act utilitarianism. Rule utilitarianism. Social contract theory