Rule Utilitarianism
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Rule Utilitarianism is a form of Utilitarianism, first suggested by John Stuart Mill, which states that when one considers what to do in a situation, one should consider which rule, rather than which act, that would maximize social utility. Furthermore, Rule Utilitarianism states when one is considering what to do in any given situation, he or she must make their decision based on a set of standards or morals in order to achieve the greatest amount of happiness for the greatest amount of people.