#1
In the context of patents, what does 'prior art' refer to?
Previously issued patents that cover similar inventions
Artwork created before the invention
Current trends in the art world
Recent innovations in the technology sector
#2
What is the primary purpose of a patent?
To prevent others from making, using, selling, or distributing the patented invention without permission
To generate revenue for the patent holder
To promote competition in the market
To restrict access to the patented invention
#3
In the United States, what is the duration of a utility patent?
10 years
15 years
20 years
25 years
#4
Which of the following is not a requirement for obtaining a patent?
Non-obviousness
Novelty
Profitability
Utility
#5
Which of the following is a primary function of trademark law?
To protect inventions
To protect brand names and logos
To regulate international trade
To enforce labor laws
#6
What is the term used to describe the unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of someone else's work?
Patent infringement
Trademark dilution
Copyright infringement
Trade secret misappropriation
#7
Which landmark case established the patentability of software?
Diamond v. Diehr
Alice Corp. v. CLS Bank International
Bilski v. Kappos
Mayo Collaborative Services v. Prometheus Laboratories, Inc.
#8
What does the term 'non-obviousness' refer to in patent law?
The invention must not be obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art
The invention must be groundbreaking and revolutionary
The invention must be highly complex and intricate
The invention must not be disclosed to the public
#9
What is the term used to describe a legal decision that serves as an authority for deciding subsequent cases involving similar issues or facts?
Precedent
Jurisdiction
Stare decisis
Habeas corpus
#10
Which court system in the United States is responsible for hearing patent cases?
Federal District Courts
State Courts
Supreme Court
International Court of Justice
#11
Which of the following is not eligible for patent protection?
An algorithm
A naturally occurring substance
A novel manufacturing process
A new plant variety
#12
In the context of software patents, what is the term used to describe a specific way of implementing an abstract idea?
Algorithm
Specification
Invention
Implementation
#13
Which of the following is not a requirement for patentability in the United States?
Novelty
Non-obviousness
Utility
International registration
#14
What is the term used to describe a situation where a patent is deemed invalid because it fails to meet statutory requirements?
Patent infringement
Patent exhaustion
Patent invalidity
Patent revocation
#15
Which legal doctrine holds that certain subject matter is not eligible for patent protection?
Patent exhaustion
Patentable subject matter
Patent invalidity
Patent eligibility
#16
Which legal doctrine prevents the patenting of naturally occurring phenomena?
Patentable subject matter
Patent exhaustion
Patent eligibility
Patent invalidity