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The Three Types of Patents in Existence Today Are Utility

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The three types of patents in existence today are utility patents, design patents, and plant patents.


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Non-Controlling Interest

The equity in a subsidiary not attributable, directly or indirectly, to a parent company.

Consolidated Shareholders' Equity

This is the total equity owned by shareholders as reported in the consolidated financial statements of a parent company and its subsidiaries.

Equity Method

An accounting technique used to record investments in which the investor has significant influence over the investee, typically through owning a large percentage of its stock.

Cost Method

An accounting method used to value an investment, based on the cost to acquire it plus any additional investments or deducting any reductions.

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