WONDER #99: What Is a Patent?

Question 1 of 3

How do you keep someone from stealing your idea?

1. Hide your idea so no one sees it.
2. You did it first, no one else can claim they did it.
3. Get a patent.
4. Go to court.

Question 2 of 3

What does a utility patent cover?

1. Physical objects.
2. The appearance of an invention.
3. Newly created varieties of plants.
4. All of the above.

Question 3 of 3

What do design patents cover?

1. Physical objects.
2. The appearance of an invention.
3. Newly created varieties of plants.
4. All of the above.

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