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| * A ''']''' in mathematics is something which is always true. | * A ''']''' in mathematics is something which is always true. | ||
| * ] and ] may be seen as sets of '''rules''' (or ]). See also ] and ]. | * ] and ] may be seen as sets of '''rules''' (or ]). See also ] and ]. | ||
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A rule is a controlling statement for behaviour. Specific meanings:
- A rule in mathematics is something which is always true.
- Law and morality may be seen as sets of rules (or norms). See also normative ethics and philosophy of law.
- A rule may also be used a straightedge and for measurement.
- A rule of thumb is a rule that not always applies, but that shows a tendency or probability.
- To rule a country is to control the country.
- In the field of artificial intelligence, a database of rules can be used to govern the behavior of a system.
- In games, rules govern the allowable behaviour of the players through various game mechanics.
This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Rule.If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Category: