Asked by
Ashanta Campbell
on Nov 27, 2024Verified
Galaxy Research Inc. uses a mark associated with its name to distinguish its services from those of other tech firms. This mark is
A) none of the choices.
B) a trade secret.
C) a service mark.
D) a trade name.
Service Mark
A legal designation that indicates the source of a service rather than a product, similar to a trademark but used to identify services rendered.
Trade Name
A business name under which a company operates, distinct from the company's legal name, used for marketing and commercial identification.
Tech Firms
Companies that specialize in the development, manufacturing, or provision of technology-based goods and services.
- Become familiar with the variances between copyright, patent, trademark, and trade secret provisions, and the distinct types of inventions or creations each provision is designed for.
- Familiarize yourself with the conditions requisite for a name or service to qualify for trademark protection and the influence of trademark laws on branding and marketing initiatives.
Verified Answer
AB
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the variances between copyright, patent, trademark, and trade secret provisions, and the distinct types of inventions or creations each provision is designed for.
- Familiarize yourself with the conditions requisite for a name or service to qualify for trademark protection and the influence of trademark laws on branding and marketing initiatives.