Ethical formalism
A) expects individuals to follow absolute rules about what is good
B) seeks to maximize the societal good
C) was developed by John Stuart Mill
D) is the same as utilitarianism

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Ethical formalism is focused on following absolute moral rules, regardless of the specific consequences that may result from following them. This contrasts with utilitarianism, which seeks to maximize overall societal benefits, and was not developed by John Stuart Mill.

Ethical Formalism