9 Questions
Which of the following is NOT listed as a disadvantage of the imitation of ideas?
Increased competition in the market
What is the main reason there is no general prohibition on imitation according to the text?
Due to legislative balancing of different kinds of innovations
Which of the following is considered an advantage of imitation of ideas?
Knowledge is available to the general public
What type of protection is offered against unfair competition in the context of imitation?
Protection against unfair competition
What are the advantages of imitation of ideas according to the text?
Advantages include knowledge being available to the general public, efficient concepts catching on quickly, and development costs only have to be borne once.
What are the disadvantages of imitation of ideas according to the text?
Disadvantages include investment in costly developments being frustrated, reduced incentive for further developments, and creators tending to keep developments secret if possible.
Is there a general prohibition on imitation according to the text?
No, there is no general prohibition on imitation according to the text.
What are the typified selective exceptions to the freedom to imitate mentioned in the text?
The typified selective exceptions to the freedom to imitate are for different kinds of innovations, and there is legislative balancing to determine which kind of innovation is worth legal protection.
What type of legal protection is offered against unfair competition in the context of imitation according to the text?
Protection against unfair competition is offered as a form of legal protection.
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