A Cause of Action in the Tort of Breach of Confidence

question 13

Multiple Choice

A cause of action in the tort of breach of confidence will arise when one person:

• A)Uses patented information without the consent of the registered owner.
• B)Uses information disclosed confidentially without permission.
• C)Breaches a restraint of trade clause in an employment contract.
• D)Infringes copyright.

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Definitions:

Primary Root

The initial root that develops from a germinating seed, giving rise to the root system of a plant.

Hemicellulose

A polysaccharide found in plant cell walls alongside cellulose, providing structural support.

Cellulose

A complex carbohydrate composed of glucose units that form the main constituent of the cell wall in most plants, providing structural support.

Soluble

Capable of being dissolved in a solvent, typically water, to form a solution.