Patents

What was the primary purpose of the first systematic patent law developed in Venice?

• To document all inventions for historical purposes

• To increase the city's wealth through industrial secrets

• To restrict the number of inventions

• To encourage inventors by protecting their creations

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an invention to be patentable?

• The invention must be useful

• The invention must be non-obvious

• The invention must be based on natural phenomena

• The invention must be novel

What does the 'usefulness' requirement in patent law imply about an invention?

• It should be popular and widely used

• It should be able to generate income

• It should provide some identifiable benefit and be capable of use

• It should be complex and difficult to understand

What is the term of protection for a utility patent from the date of filing?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 20 years

• 14 years

Which type of patent is granted for new, original, and ornamental designs for an article of manufacture?

• Provisional patent

• Plant patent

• Design patent

• Utility patent