Which of the Following Statements About 'Passing Off' Is NOT

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about 'passing off' is NOT correct?

• A)Passing off will not be available if a trade mark is registered.
• B)The tort of passing off is designed to protect the reputation or goodwill of a business.
• C)Passing off will not be available if the business has not acquired a relevant reputation or goodwill.
• D)Passing off arises when a person attempts to 'pass off' or pretend that their goods are those of another person.

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The cognitive and logical steps involved in making choices among alternatives to achieve a goal.

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