The Type of Patent That May Be Granted to Developers

question 43

Multiple Choice

The type of patent that may be granted to developers of new and non-obvious ornamental features of manufactured articles is called a(n) :

• A) design patent.
• B) functional or utility patent.
• C) improvement patent.
• D) plant patent.

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Definitions:

Japan

An island country located in East Asia, known for its advanced technology, distinctive culture, and significant economic influence globally.

Trade Surpluses

Occurs when a country's exports exceed its imports over a given period, indicating a net inflow of domestic currency from foreign markets.

Productivity Rate

Measures the efficiency of production in an economy, often calculated as total output per unit of input, such as labor, over a specific period of time.

Current Account Deficit

A measurement of a country's trade where the value of the goods and services it imports exceeds the value of the products it exports.