Question 1

In his recording "Nothing Nu," O'Reilly uses the melody of a song written by Pete.O'Reilly did not obtain Pete's permission.This is​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​copyright infringement. 
B)   ​patent infringement. 
C)   ​trademark infringement. 
D)   ​none of the choices. A

Question 2

A patent applicant must demonstrate that an invention is "commercially practicable" to receive a patent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Hua plots a new Iron Man adventure and carefully and skillfully imitates the art of Marvel Comics to create an authentic-looking Iron Man graphic novel.Hua is not affiliated with the owners of the copyright to Iron Man.Can Hua publish the novel as his own work without infringing on the owners' copyright?​

Accepted Answer

Probably not.When the form or expression of an idea is copied,an infringement of copyright occurs.The reproduction can constitute infringement even if it is not be exactly the same as the original or does not reproduce the original in its entirety.The idea of a superhero crime fighter attired in an iron suit is not copyrightable,but the particular way in which an idea is expressed (in this case,in the character of Iron Man)is copyrightable and may not be freely used by others.

Question 4

It is possible to copyright an idea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

With a few exceptions,almost anything is patentable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Resurgent Corporation designs a new tablet that the firm names "SyFye." The company can obtain patent protection for​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​the tablet. 
B)   ​the "newness" of the device. 
C)   ​the name "SyFye." 
D)   ​none of the choices.

Question 7

In 2015,Kelly writes Like the Wind,a novel about marathoners and ultra marathoners.Kelly does not register the work with the appropriate government office.Under federal copyright law,Kelly's work is protected​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​for ten years. 
B)   ​for twenty years. 
C)   ​for the life of the author plus seventy years. 
D)   ​forever.

Question 8

James buys a copy of the book The Black Stallion.Later,after reading the book,James sells the book to his sister.James's sale of the book is​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​legal. 
B)   ​legal only if the copyright has expired. 
C)   ​legal only if he sells it for less than he paid for it. 
D)   ​illegal.

Question 9

Gas Up,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a fuel injection system that copies Hybrid Corporation's design without Hybrid's permission.This is most likely​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​copyright infringement. 
B)   ​patent infringement. 
C)   ​trademark infringement. 
D)   ​a theft of trade secrets.

Question 10

Bubbly Cola features Sparkly Cola's trademark without its owner's permission.Bubbly's use of the mark is actionable provided

Accepted Answer

A)   ​consumers are confused. 
B)   Bubbly's use is intentional.​ 
C)   ​Bubbly's use reduces the value of Sparkly's mark. 
D)   ​Sparkly's mark is registered.

Question 11

A trade name can be protected if it is unusual or fanciful.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

RiteMade Machinery,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a drill press.Steel Equipment Company copies the design without RiteMade's permission.Steel's conduct is actionable provided​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​consumers are confused. 
B)   ​Steel's conduct is intentional. 
C)   ​Steel's conduct reduces the value of RiteMade's design. 
D)   ​RiteMade's design is patented.

Question 13

Li'l Canine Company (LCC)uses a trademark that neither LCC nor anyone else has registered with the government.Under federal trademark law,LCC​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​can register the mark for protection. 
B)   ​cannot register a mark that has been used in commerce. 
C)   ​has committed trademark infringement. 
D)   ​must put off registration until the mark is out of use for six months.

Question 14

A service mark distinguishes products used by those in public service.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Creation Worx,Inc.,develops,makes,and markets new computer programs for businesses and consumers.Generally,copyright protection extends to​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​all aspects of the software. 
B)   ​the "look and feel" of the software. 
C)   ​those parts of the software that can be read by humans. 
D)   ​all of the choices.

Question 16

Chris operates the Devil's Brew chain of coffee stands."Devil's Brew" is

Accepted Answer

A)   ​a certification mark. 
B)   ​none of the choices. 
C)   ​a service mark. 
D)   ​a trade name.

Question 17

A certification mark distinguishes products approved,or "certified," by the government.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Gold & Sweet Company bottles and sells maple syrup from its plant in Vermont.On the labels is a logo that states "100% Genuine New England Maple Syrup Certified by the Northeast Maple Syrup Harvesters Association." This logo is​

Accepted Answer

A)   ​a certification mark. 
B)   ​none of the choices. 
C)   ​a service mark. 
D)   ​trade dress.

Question 19

A license permits the use of intellectual property for certain limited purposes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

An exception to liability for copyright infringement is made under the "fair use" doctrine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Intellectual Property

In his recording "Nothing Nu," O'Reilly uses the melody of a song written by Pete.O'Reilly did not obtain Pete's permission.This is

A patent applicant must demonstrate that an invention is "commercially practicable" to receive a patent.

It is possible to copyright an idea.

With a few exceptions,almost anything is patentable.

Resurgent Corporation designs a new tablet that the firm names "SyFye." The company can obtain patent protection for

In 2015,Kelly writes Like the Wind,a novel about marathoners and ultra marathoners.Kelly does not register the work with the appropriate government office.Under federal copyright law,Kelly's work is protected

James buys a copy of the book The Black Stallion.Later,after reading the book,James sells the book to his sister.James's sale of the book is

Gas Up,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a fuel injection system that copies Hybrid Corporation's design without Hybrid's permission.This is most likely

Bubbly Cola features Sparkly Cola's trademark without its owner's permission.Bubbly's use of the mark is actionable provided

A trade name can be protected if it is unusual or fanciful.

RiteMade Machinery,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a drill press.Steel Equipment Company copies the design without RiteMade's permission.Steel's conduct is actionable provided

Li'l Canine Company (LCC) uses a trademark that neither LCC nor anyone else has registered with the government.Under federal trademark law,LCC

A service mark distinguishes products used by those in public service.

Creation Worx,Inc.,develops,makes,and markets new computer programs for businesses and consumers.Generally,copyright protection extends to

Chris operates the Devil's Brew chain of coffee stands."Devil's Brew" is

A certification mark distinguishes products approved,or "certified," by the government.

Gold & Sweet Company bottles and sells maple syrup from its plant in Vermont.On the labels is a logo that states "100% Genuine New England Maple Syrup Certified by the Northeast Maple Syrup Harvesters Association." This logo is

A license permits the use of intellectual property for certain limited purposes.

An exception to liability for copyright infringement is made under the "fair use" doctrine.

Exam 6: Intellectual Property

In his recording "Nothing Nu," O'Reilly uses the melody of a song written by Pete.O'Reilly did not obtain Pete's permission.This is​

A patent applicant must demonstrate that an invention is "commercially practicable" to receive a patent.

It is possible to copyright an idea.

With a few exceptions,almost anything is patentable.

Resurgent Corporation designs a new tablet that the firm names "SyFye." The company can obtain patent protection for​

In 2015,Kelly writes Like the Wind,a novel about marathoners and ultra marathoners.Kelly does not register the work with the appropriate government office.Under federal copyright law,Kelly's work is protected​

James buys a copy of the book The Black Stallion.Later,after reading the book,James sells the book to his sister.James's sale of the book is​

Gas Up,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a fuel injection system that copies Hybrid Corporation's design without Hybrid's permission.This is most likely​

Bubbly Cola features Sparkly Cola's trademark without its owner's permission.Bubbly's use of the mark is actionable provided

A trade name can be protected if it is unusual or fanciful.

RiteMade Machinery,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a drill press.Steel Equipment Company copies the design without RiteMade's permission.Steel's conduct is actionable provided​

Li'l Canine Company (LCC) uses a trademark that neither LCC nor anyone else has registered with the government.Under federal trademark law,LCC​

A service mark distinguishes products used by those in public service.

Creation Worx,Inc.,develops,makes,and markets new computer programs for businesses and consumers.Generally,copyright protection extends to​

Chris operates the Devil's Brew chain of coffee stands."Devil's Brew" is

A certification mark distinguishes products approved,or "certified," by the government.

Gold & Sweet Company bottles and sells maple syrup from its plant in Vermont.On the labels is a logo that states "100% Genuine New England Maple Syrup Certified by the Northeast Maple Syrup Harvesters Association." This logo is​

A license permits the use of intellectual property for certain limited purposes.

An exception to liability for copyright infringement is made under the "fair use" doctrine.

In his recording "Nothing Nu," O'Reilly uses the melody of a song written by Pete.O'Reilly did not obtain Pete's permission.This is

Resurgent Corporation designs a new tablet that the firm names "SyFye." The company can obtain patent protection for

In 2015,Kelly writes Like the Wind,a novel about marathoners and ultra marathoners.Kelly does not register the work with the appropriate government office.Under federal copyright law,Kelly's work is protected

James buys a copy of the book The Black Stallion.Later,after reading the book,James sells the book to his sister.James's sale of the book is

Gas Up,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a fuel injection system that copies Hybrid Corporation's design without Hybrid's permission.This is most likely

RiteMade Machinery,Inc.,designs,makes,and sells a drill press.Steel Equipment Company copies the design without RiteMade's permission.Steel's conduct is actionable provided

Li'l Canine Company (LCC) uses a trademark that neither LCC nor anyone else has registered with the government.Under federal trademark law,LCC

Creation Worx,Inc.,develops,makes,and markets new computer programs for businesses and consumers.Generally,copyright protection extends to

Gold & Sweet Company bottles and sells maple syrup from its plant in Vermont.On the labels is a logo that states "100% Genuine New England Maple Syrup Certified by the Northeast Maple Syrup Harvesters Association." This logo is