Mike Has Written a Novel

question 21

Multiple Choice

Mike has written a novel.When,if ever,would Mike's novel be copyright protected?

• A) The novel is copyrighted automatically after completion.
• B) The novel does not receive copyright protection unless it is registered with the U.S. Copyright Office.
• C) It does not matter if it is ever copyrighted because Mike may sue in court to enforce his rights whether the novel is registered or not.
• D) The novel must be published before it can be eligible for copyright protections.

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