A Brought Suit Against B in State Court, Saying That

Multiple Choice

A brought suit against B in state court, saying that B had stolen an idea on which she had a patent.The court dismissed the case for lack of jurisdiction over patent law actions.One year later, before the statute of limitations had run out, A again brought suit, but in federal court.Which of the following is a true statement?

A) The suit should be dismissed on the basis of the principle of res judicata.
B) The question is moot, so the federal court will refuse to hear it.
C) The federal court can hear the case only if the state court was in error.
D) The case is ripe for the federal court to hear.