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Patents Protection Basics

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What is the main purpose of a patent?

To provide exclusive rights for 30 years.

To prevent commercial exploitation without consent. (correct)

To disclose technical information to the public.

To keep the invention confidential.

When does the test of novelty for an invention take place?

Before any public disclosure.

At the time of invention.

After the filing date of the application.

At the date of filing. (correct)

What is a key requirement for an invention to be considered patentable?

Being obvious to a skilled person.

Offering a new solution to a problem.

Having been made public before filing.

Involving an inventive step. (correct)

Where are territorial rights of a patent applicable?

In the country where it has been filed and granted. Signup and view all the answers

Which organization handles international patent applications under a centralized system?

PCT Signup and view all the answers

What is the key role of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)?

Centralizing the international patent application process. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of information protected under trade secret laws?

Information available in the public domain Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method used by holders of trade secrets to maintain confidentiality?

Non-disclosure agreements (NDA) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of trade secrets, what does a Non-compete agreement (NCA) aim to prevent?

Employees from entering into competition after leaving the company Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of competitive confidential business information?

Distribution methods Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of protecting trade secrets from unfair competition?

To avoid contract breaches and confidence breaches Signup and view all the answers

Why should trade secret holders not stop others from using the same information?

To promote fair competition and innovation Signup and view all the answers