Which of the Following Depicts the Circumstances That Would Prevent

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following depicts the circumstances that would prevent the originator of an industrial design from making an application to the Industrial Design Office for patent protection?

• A) The high degree of ingenuity has not been attained.
• B) The originality standard is lower than the standard of inventiveness.
• C) The design was ordered and paid for by another.
• D) Foreign filing within preceding 12 months has patent priority.

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Definitions:

Scorn

The feeling or expression of contempt or disdain for someone or something.

Criticism

The expression of disapproval or the identification of faults in someone or something, often based on perceived mistakes or weaknesses.

Ridicule

To mock, taunt, or make fun of someone or something in a demeaning way.

Neglect

The failure to provide for or attend to someone's needs, care, or wellbeing.