When Can an Ordinary Word Such as "Window" Be Granted

question 68

Multiple Choice

When can an ordinary word such as "window" be granted trademark protection?

• A) In any situation if the applicant is the first to apply for trademark protection of that word.
• B) If the applicant can prove that the use of the word is novel.
• C) If the word has acquired a secondary meaning.
• D) If the applicant has used the word in the name of its product for at least 10 years.
• E) If the word has become a generic term.

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