Asked by Molly Flynn on Apr 30, 2024
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Current US laws award patents for _________ years and copyright protection for _________ years.
A) 20; 20
B) 20; life+70
C) life+70; 20
D) life+70; life+70
Copyright Protection
Legal rights given to the creators of original works, protecting them against unauthorized use or distribution of their work.
Life+70
A term referring to copyright duration, extending copyright protection for the life of the author plus 70 years.
- Comprehend the legal safeguards such as patents and copyrights, including their respective durations.
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Aravind VenugopalMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Under current US laws, patents are awarded for 20 years from the filing date, while copyright protection extends for the life of the author plus an additional 70 years.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the legal safeguards such as patents and copyrights, including their respective durations.