The ____ Protects Inventors from Infringers Who Would Violate a Patent

question 47

Multiple Choice

The ____ protects inventors from infringers who would violate a patent by making small, insignificant changes in the claims.

• A)dilution act
• B)infringement act
• C)doctrine of fair use
• D)doctrine of equivalents
• E)None of these choices

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Definitions:

Consumer Cooperative

A business owned and operated by the consumers it serves, where benefits and profits are distributed among the members.

Contractual System

A method of organization involving formal agreements between parties that specify the roles, responsibilities, and conditions of a business relationship.

Independent Retailer

An independent retailer is a business that is privately owned and operated, not part of a larger chain or franchise, offering a range of products or services to its customers.

Retail Ownership

The possession and control of a retail business, which involves selling goods directly to consumers.