In Code-Law Countries, the Ownership of Intellectual Property Is Determined

question 5

Multiple Choice

In code-law countries, the ownership of intellectual property is determined by

• A) heredity.
• B) nature of use.
• C) duration of usage.
• D) registration.
• E) indemnification.

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Definitions:

Copyright Act

A law that protects the original works of authorship, including literary, dramatic, musical, and certain other intellectual works from unauthorized use.

Trademark Dilution

A situation where a trademark's distinctiveness or renown is compromised by its unauthorized use on products that do not compete with, but still diminish its unique identity.

Distinctive Quality

A characteristic that sets a person, place, or thing apart from others in a significant and often beneficial way.

Trademark Infringement

The unauthorized use of a trademark, which can cause confusion, deception, or a misunderstanding about the source of goods or services.