The general will, according to Rousseau, is:

A. the decision of the citizens to put aside their own interests and collectively pursue the general good.

B. whatever the people vote in favor of.

C. anything unanimously agreed to by the people.
D. the will of the majority.

E. None of the above


Answer: A

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