In the Context of Trademarks,when Does Secondary Meaning Arise in a Mark

question 11

Multiple Choice

In the context of trademarks,when does secondary meaning arise in a mark?

• A) when a mark that resembles a mark already registered with the federal PTO is used for a new product or service
• B) when descriptive words independent of the product are used to identify the product itself
• C) when ordinary words establish new meaning due to its attachment to a product or service
• D) when a distinctive mark or design is created for a new product or service

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Definitions:

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