Trademark

What is a trademark?

• • A symbol, word, or design that identifies a product or service.

• • A legal document that protects a product or service.

• • A government-issued license to use a particular product or service.

• • A patent for a new invention.

What action could potentially infringe on a trademark if a business uses a similar name to a well-known brand?

• The business uses the name in a different industry

• The business uses the name in a foreign country

• The business uses the name in a way that causes confusion among consumers

• The business registers the name as a domain for a blog

Which of the following is an example of fair use in relation to trademark law?

• A parody of a trademarked logo in a comedy show

• A company using a trademarked name in its product description

• A competitor selling a similar product under a different brand name

• A website that sells counterfeit goods using trademarked images

What is the difference between a trademark and a service mark?

• • A trademark is used to identify a product, while a service mark is used to identify a service.

• • A trademark is registered with the government, while a service mark is not.

• A trademark is used for a product, while a service mark is used for a service.

• There is no difference between a trademark and a service mark.

What could be a consequence of using a trademarked name in a marketing campaign without permission?

• The company may face legal action for trademark infringement

• The company will gain more customers due to brand recognition

• The company can claim fair use if the name is used in a review

• The company will automatically receive trademark rights

Trademark is a sign to differentiate a product or service. It cannot be ....

• words

• imagination

• sounds

• 3D shapes

What is the primary purpose of a trademark?

• To identify the source of goods or services

• To provide a warranty for products

• To offer a discount on products

• To ensure product safety

Which of the following can be trademarked?

• A color associated with a brand

• A mathematical formula

• A government document

• A natural phenomenon

What is the duration of trademark protection in most countries?

• 10 years, renewable indefinitely

• 5 years, non-renewable

• 20 years, renewable once

• Lifetime of the creator

Which international agreement helps protect trademarks globally?

• The Madrid Protocol

• The Geneva Convention

• The Kyoto Protocol

• The Paris Agreement