Question

elan developed a new board game concept that shes pitching to a major toy manufacturer. what type of laws protect her from other peoples use of her idea without her permission? (1 point)
○ copyright
○ patent
○ trademark
○ license

Explanation:

To determine the correct law, we analyze each option:

• Copyright: Protects original works of authorship (like literary, artistic works), but a board game concept as an invention idea is better suited for a patent.
• Patent: Protects new, useful inventions (including game concepts/mechanisms) from unauthorized use. This fits Elan's new board game concept.
• Trademark: Protects brand names, logos, etc., not ideas or inventions.
• License: Is a permission to use, not a protective law.

Answer:

B. patent