______ Refers to the Ability of an Invention to Produce

question 43

Multiple Choice

______ refers to the ability of an invention to produce surprising or unexpected results; that is,results not anticipated by prior art.

• A) novation
• B) nonobviousness
• C) preemption
• D) utility
• E) tarnishment

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in explaining others' behavior.

Personal Factors

Characteristics or attributes of an individual, including personality traits, beliefs, and physical attributes, that can influence their behavior and experiences.

Attitude

A psychological construct representing an individual’s degree of like or dislike, favor or disfavor, towards a person, object, or idea.

Beliefs

Convictions or acceptances that something exists or is true, especially without empirical evidence.