The Sole Entity Responsible for Granting Patents in the United

question 38

Multiple Choice

The sole entity responsible for granting patents in the United States is the:

• A) U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• B) Federal Patent, Copyright and Trademark Office
• C) Securities and Exchange Commission
• D) U.S. Departments of Patents
• E) U.S. Treasury Department

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Definitions:

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