Textile Industry and Intellectual Property Quiz

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What is the primary responsibility of the textile industry regarding its products?

Creating a wide range of fashion styles annually
Increasing consumer demand through aggressive marketing
Promoting ethical practices and addressing waste and pollution (correct)
Maximizing profit through low-cost production

What does the registration of a trademark provide to a business?

Legal protection against counterfeit products (correct)
Exemption from adhering to industry regulations
Freedom to use any similar logos without conflict
Automatic renewal every year indefinitely

Which of the following is NOT one of the main forms of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)?

Copyright
Trademark
Patent (correct)
Design right

What do the symbols ™ and ® signify in relation to trademarks?

™ designates a trademark pending approval, while ® indicates it has been officially registered (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of consumer behavior in the textile industry, what trend is increasing due to low-cost garment purchases?

Higher rates of disposal and new purchases (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of intellectual property right is automatically granted upon the creation of a work?

Copyright (C) Signup and view all the answers

How long does copyright protection last in the UK after the creator's death?

70 years (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a designer to prove ownership of a textile design without registration?

Documentation of early drafts and signatures (B) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of legal protection does a patent provide?

Protection for inventions related to functionality (A) Signup and view all the answers

For how many years are registered designs protected in the UK?

25 years (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a patent?

Aesthetic appeal of the invention (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the BSI Kitemark signify?

A product complies with agreed standards (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes intellectual property rights (IPR)?

Legal protection for a range of creations (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about design rights is true?

Textile designs are protected for 15 years after creation (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the nature of patents?

They prevent others from using inventions without permission (A) Signup and view all the answers

Trademark

A unique symbol or design used to identify a specific brand or product - often a combination of words, sounds, colors, and images.

Logo

A distinctive graphic symbol that represents a brand or company, helping customers instantly recognize it.

Copyright

A legal right that protects original works of authorship like designs, music, and literature. It prevents others from copying or distributing the work without permission.

Design Right

A legal right that protects the features and appearance of a product's design, giving the designer exclusive rights to use or sell it for a specific period.