General Theory

General theory may refer to:

  • Generalized Theory of Gravitation
  • General Theory of Relativity
  • General Systems Theory
  • Generalized cohomology theory
  • General theory of collaboration
  • The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money, a book written by John Maynard Keynes

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