WorksheetsBusiness Law Final Review
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 3600secs
Which type of intellectual property protects brand identity such as logos, slogans, and brand names?
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Trade Secret
Copyright protection is:
Automatic when the work is created
Only valid if you register it
Only for published works
Valid for 20 years
How long does a patent typically last?
10 years
15 years
20 years
Forever, as long as it's used
The Coca-Cola formula is an example of a:
Patent
Copyright
Trademark
Trade Secret
Which of the following would be protected by copyright?
A company's logo
A new smartphone technology
A song written by an artist
The Chick-fil-A sauce recipe
Trademark infringement is primarily concerned with:
The exact copying of a logo
Likelihood of consumer confusion
Whether money was made from the use
The intent of the person using the mark
If you hire a freelance photographer to take product photos and there's no contract specifying ownership, who owns the copyright?
Your company
The photographer
Both parties equally
Whoever paid for the shoot
Which statement about the "10% rule" for copyright is TRUE?
Changing 10% of a work makes it legal to use
You can use up to 10% of any copyrighted work
It's a myth—there is no 10% rule in copyright law
It only applies to music, not images
Fair use is best described as:
A guaranteed right to use copyrighted material for free
A limited exception allowing use for specific purposes like education or commentary
Permission to use anything found on the internet
A way to avoid paying licensing fees
Which factor is NOT part of the fair use test?
Purpose of the use
Amount used
Whether you gave credit
Effect on the market
A patent protects:
Brand names and logos
Creative works like books and music
New inventions and processes
Confidential business information
To be patentable, an invention must be:
Novel, useful, and non-obvious
Expensive to develop
Made by a large company
Kept secret forever
Patent infringement can occur even if:
You independently invented the same thing
You didn't know the patent existed
You had no intention to copy
All of the above
When an employee creates something as part of their job duties, who typically owns it?
The employee
The employer
They share ownership 50/50
Whoever files for protection first
Using a popular song in a commercial requires:
No permission if you credit the artist
Permission only if you're making profit
A license from the copyright holders
Changing at least 10% of the song
According to current U.S. law, who can own a copyright?
Only humans
Humans and AI
Humans and corporations
Anyone who creates content
If a customer posts a photo of your product on Instagram, can you repost it to your business account?
Yes, because it features your product
Yes, if you tag them
No, not without their permission
Yes, because Instagram content is public
Which is true about images found on Google Images?
They're free to use for any purpose
They're free if you don't make money from them
They may be copyrighted and require permission
They're automatically public domain
"Evergreening" in pharmaceutical patents refers to:
Making drugs more environmentally friendly
Extending patent protection by making minor modifications
Donating expired drugs to developing countries
Planting trees with drug profits
A patent troll is:
A company that steals patents
Someone who invents fake products
A company that buys patents just to sue others
A lawyer who specializes in patent law
Which would likely NOT be considered fair use?
Using a 30-second movie clip in a critical review
Printing Disney characters on t-shirts to sell
Quoting a paragraph in a research paper
Creating a parody of a famous song
Trade secrets remain protected:
For 20 years
For 70 years after creation
As long as they remain secret
Only if registered with the government
Giving credit to the original creator:
Makes any use legal
Is required by law for all uses
Is polite but doesn't replace permission
Only matters for commercial use
Which is a legitimate reason patents might hurt competition?
They encourage innovation
They create 20-year monopolies
They protect small inventors
They require public disclosure
An NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) is most closely associated with protecting:
Trademarks
Copyrights
Patents
Trade Secrets
Trademarks can last forever as long as they continue to be used.
True
False
Intent matters in patent infringement. You can't infringe if you didn't know about the patent.
True
False
AI-generated content is currently copyrightable under U.S. law if a human wrote the prompt.
True
False
Copyright protection requires you to register your work with the government.
True
False
The purpose of intellectual property law is to encourage innovation and protect creators' investments.
True
False
The rule of law means that:
Only government officials must follow laws
Laws apply only to citizens, not institutions
All people and institutions are subject to law that is fairly applied
Laws can be changed whenever the majority wants
Which alternative dispute resolution method involves a neutral third party making a binding decision?
Negotiation
Mediation
Arbitration
Diplomacy
Which political value means people should have the same opportunities under the law?
Liberty
Equality
Democracy
Individual Responsibility
What is the key difference between mediation and arbitration?
In arbitration, a neutral third party helps the disputing parties reach their own agreement, while in mediation, a third party makes a binding decision
Mediation is a formal court process, whereas arbitration is an informal, private agreement
In mediation, a neutral third party helps the disputing parties find a solution themselves, while in arbitration, a neutral third party listens to both sides and then makes a final, legally binding decision
Both mediation and arbitration are the same and involve a judge deciding
The concept of the "social contract" is best described as:
An agreement where the government provides a written contract to its citizens outlining their rights and responsibilities
A philosophical idea that people agree to give up some of their individual freedoms and follow rules in exchange for the benefits of living in an organized society, like security and order
A legal document that all members of a community must sign before they can receive government services
The social media policy that a business creates for its employees
Which of the following statements is the most accurate description of human rights?
Human rights are defined by each nation individually and can be granted or revoked by governments
Human rights are privileges that must be earned and are not applicable to all people
Human rights are considered universal, inherent, inalienable, and indivisible, meaning they belong to all people simply because they are human, and they cannot be taken away
Human rights are the same as civil rights and only apply to citizens of a country
Which type of law is considered the supreme law of the land?
Administrative law
Common law
Constitutional law
Statutory law
What are administrative laws?
Laws passed by Congress
Laws that interpret other laws
Rules created by government agencies to implement statutory law
Laws based on judicial precedent
In the hierarchy of law sources, which is the correct order from highest to lowest authority?
Statutes, Constitution, Common law, Administrative Regulations
Constitution, Statutes, Administrative Regulations, Common law
Common law, Statutes, Constitution, Administrative Regulations
Administrative Regulations, Statutes, Common law, Constitution
The main difference between criminal and civil law is that criminal law involves:
Disputes between private parties
The government prosecuting an individual
Seeking money damages
A lower burden of proof
The burden of proof in a criminal case needs to be:
Beyond a reasonable doubt
Preponderance of evidence
More likely than not
Clear and convincing evidence
The doctrine of "stare decisis" means:
The case must be decided quickly
Let the decision stand (follow precedent)
The jury must be unanimous
Evidence must be beyond a reasonable doubt
The Exclusionary Rule gives the 4th Amendment "teeth" because it:
Guarantees a fair and speedy trial
Gives the police the right to search
Allows illegally obtained evidence to be used in court
Can get a case dismissed if evidence was obtained illegally
The "Fruit of the Poisonous Tree" doctrine means:
Environmental crimes are heavily prosecuted
Secondary evidence from illegal searches is also inadmissible
Police must have probable cause for all searches
Judges must issue warrants based on sworn testimony
What is the key difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
A misdemeanor is a more serious crime
A felony is punishable by more than a year in state prison
Only a felony can result in a criminal record
Misdemeanors are not punishable by jail time
Which is an example of a white-collar crime?
Robbery
Arson
Insider trading
Shoplifting
Which of the following is NOT one of the six essential elements of a contract?
Offer
Consideration
Witnesses
Legality
According to Pennsylvania's Statute of Frauds, which contract MUST be in writing?
A contract to mow a lawn for $40
A contract to sell a car for $600
A contract to babysit for $60
A contract to tutor someone for three sessions
A 16-year-old signs a contract to buy a new phone for $800. This contract is:
Void
Voidable
Valid
Illegal
According to the Mailbox Rule, when is a contract formed when acceptance is sent by mail?
When the letter is written
When the letter is dropped in the mailbox
When the letter is received
When the letter is opened and read
When one party fails to do what they promised in a contract, this is called:
Mutual assent
Breach of contract
Revocation
Capacity
Which statement about oral contracts is TRUE?
They are never legally enforceable
They are generally valid and enforceable
They must always be witnessed
They are automatically void
Which consumer right was NOT part of Kennedy's original four rights in 1962?
Right to Safety
Right to Be Informed
Right to Choose
Right to Redress
A company advertises a TV for $299 but tells customers it's "sold out" and only offers $899 models. This is an example of:
A warranty violation
Bait-and-switch tactics
A debt collection abuse
A product recall
The Truth in Lending Act requires lenders to:
Offer the lowest interest rates
Approve all loan applications
Clearly disclose all costs and terms before you sign
Give you 30 days to cancel any loan
Why did consumer rights need to expand beyond the original four?
The original rights were too difficult to enforce
Globalization, technology, and environmental concerns created new consumer issues
President Kennedy requested additional rights
Companies asked for more consumer protections
Which agency should you contact if you discover errors on your credit report?
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
Food & Drug Administration (FDA)
Consumer law is designed to protect consumers from:
All business practices
Unfair, deceptive, and dangerous business practices
Having to comparison shop
Making their own purchasing decisions
Most jobs in Pennsylvania are considered:
Contracted employment
At-will employment
Union employment
Temporary employment
What is the main difference between an employee and an independent contractor?
Employees make more money than independent contractors
Employees control when, where, and how work is done
Employers control when, where, and how employees' work is done
Independent contractors receive W-2 forms at tax time
