Bobby Develops a Way to Clone Catfish

question 51

Multiple Choice

Bobby develops a way to clone catfish.He finds that this is a very economical way to run his fish business.He begins selling the catfish to grocers in the area.Other fish producers,who do not know how to clone the fish,are very annoyed with Bobby and start to complain.They tell Bobby that he is violating federal law by not placing a label on his fish notifying consumes that the fish are cloned.Is Bobby in violation of the law?

• A) Bobby is not in violation of federal law, but he should check to see if his state has such a requirement because labeling legislation has been introduce in some states.
• B) Bobby is not in violation of federal law nor have any states made any effort to require notification of cloned products.
• C) Bobby is in violation of federal law by not notifying consumers through labeling of the cloning.
• D) Bobby is in violation of federal law by not notifying consumers through labeling of the cloning only if there is evidence that the nutritional value of the fish is less than that of noncloned fish.

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Definitions:

Commercial Morality

The set of ethical rules and principles that are considered important in the business context to ensure fair practices.

Trademark Dilution

A situation where a trademark's value is lessened due to unauthorized use, often diminishing its uniqueness and reputation.

Trademark Infringement

The use of a trademark or service mark without permission on goods and/or services that could lead to confusion, deception, or error regarding the origin of the goods and/or services.

Shop Right Doctrine

A legal principle that allows an employer to use an invention created by an employee during employment without compensation beyond their salary.