fin 240 quiz 4
A dilution cause of action requires proof that consumers are likely to be confused by a connection between a trademark and its unauthorized use.
false
A list of customers cannot be a trade secret.
false
A patent cannot be obtained for a plant or an animal.
false
A trade name cannot be registered with the federal government if it is also a trademark.
false
An applicant cannot register a trademark on the basis of an intention to use the mark in commerce.
false
An arbitrary use of ordinary words may not be trademarked.
false
Because the Internet is vast, the unauthorized use of another's mark in a domain name is generally permissible.
false
In determining whether a use of a copyrighted work is infringement under the "fair use" doctrine, the least important factor is the effect of the use on the market for the work.
false
In the United States, a patent is given to the first person to invent a product or process.
false
It is possible to copyright an idea.
false
Pricing information cannot be a trade secret.
false
The unauthorized use of a "famous" trademark is prohibited only if the unauthorized user competes directly with the owner of the mark.
false
In 2009, Digito E Corporation renews its trademark registration as provided by federal law. This registration provides protection
for 10 years
In 2009, Sara writes Terror at the Track, a novel about racecar driving. Sara does not register the work with the appropriate government office. Under federal copyright law, Sara's work is protected
for the life of the author plus 70 years
Ernie's Good Eatin' Cafe uses a distinctive decor, layout, menu, and style of service. This restaurant's image and overall appearance is
trade dress
The process behind the production of "Fast Pace," a racecar video game, is protected by
trade secrets law
A fanciful use of ordinary words may be trademarked.
true
A formula for a chemical compound can be a trade secret.
true
A person can reproduce copyrighted material for purposes such as teaching, including multiple copies for classroom use, without paying royalties.
true
Loading a file into a computer's random access memory constitutes the making of a "copy" for purposes of copyright law.
true
The TRIPS agreement includes copyright protection for computer programs.
true
Trade dress has the same legal protection as trademarks.
true
Finest Products Company and Great Goods, Inc., use the mark "Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval" to certify the quality of their products. Finest and Great are not in business together and do not own this mark. The mark is
a certification mark