Beans Coffee & Cocoa Company Makes and Sells a Chocolate-Flavored

question 48

Multiple Choice

Beans Coffee & Cocoa Company makes and sells a chocolate-flavored coffee drink under the name "CoCoCafe." Darkroast Java, Inc., later markets a similar tasting drink under the name "KoKoKafe." This is most likely​

• A) ​copyright infringement.
• B) ​patent infringement.
• C) ​trademark infringement.
• D) ​a theft of trade secrets.

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Definitions:

Just-In-Time (JIT) System

A supply chain management strategy that reduces inventory costs by delivering raw materials and components just as they are needed in the production process.

Sudden Increase In Demand

A rapid and unexpected rise in the desire or need for a specific product or service, which can impact market dynamics.

Long-Term Relationships

Enduring associations between companies and their stakeholders, such as customers or suppliers, typically characterized by trust, loyalty, and mutual benefit over time.

Fixed-Position Layout

An operational strategy where the product remains stationary, and workers, materials, and equipment are moved as needed.