DC Public Library 3D Printing Policy

What is the location of the Digital Commons that provides access to 3D printing?

• Library

• Student Center

• Engineering Building

• Art Department

Which of the following is a reason the DC Public Library may refuse to produce content?

• A) Content that infringes on the safety of minors

• B) Content that is too large

• C) Content that is too expensive

• D) Content that is not colorful.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

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What must a customer agree to when submitting content for 3D printing at the DC Public Library?

• Terms and conditions of the library

• Privacy policy of the library

• Code of conduct of the library

• Membership agreement of the library

What are the potential legal issues associated with 3D printer usage as discussed in the article?

• Intellectual property infringement

• Environmental regulations

• Safety standards

• All of the above

How does the article describe the impact of 3D printing technology on patent laws?

• The article describes 3D printing as having no impact on patent laws.

• The article states that 3D printing challenges existing patent laws.

• The article claims 3D printing strengthens patent laws.

• The article suggests 3D printing has a minimal effect on patent laws.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

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According to the article, what challenges do patent owners face in stopping infringement with 3D printing technology?

• Difficulty in tracking and identifying infringers

• High cost of legal proceedings

• Lack of clear legal framework

• All of the above

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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What are some potential legal challenges associated with 3-D printing according to Professor Desai?

• Intellectual property issues

• Environmental concerns

• Manufacturing costs

• Supply chain logistics

How does Professor Desai compare the situation of 3-D printing to music file sharing?

• Professor Desai compares 3-D printing to music file sharing as both involve digital distribution.

• Professor Desai sees 3-D printing as unrelated to music file sharing.

• Professor Desai believes 3-D printing is more advanced than music file sharing.

• Professor Desai thinks 3-D printing is less impactful than music file sharing.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What is a main advantage of 3-D printing mentioned in the passage?

• It is cost-effective.

• It allows for mass production.

• It enables rapid prototyping.

• It uses traditional manufacturing methods.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

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Is the government likely to take an aggressive approach toward 3-D printing violations? Why or why not, according to the passage?

• Yes, because the government is concerned about the potential misuse of 3-D printing technology.

• No, because the government believes in promoting innovation and is not overly concerned about 3-D printing violations.

• Yes, because the government has already implemented strict regulations on 3-D printing.

• No, because the government lacks the resources to monitor 3-D printing violations.