Question

summarizing informational texts — quiz — level e
what is another way that a patent protects an invention? add the correct key detail to the chart.
main idea
a patent protects an invention.
key detail
a patent gives someone the right to make or sell a new invention.
key detail
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a patent keeps other people from copying the invention.
a patent keeps other people from seeing a prototype of the invention.
a patent keeps other people from buying the invention.
a patent keeps other people from testing the invention.

Explanation:

The main idea is that a patent protects an invention. The existing key detail covers the right to make/sell the invention. A core protective function of patents is preventing others from copying the invention, which directly aligns with protecting the inventor's exclusive rights. The other options are incorrect: patents do not prevent others from seeing prototypes, buying, or testing an invention.

Answer:

A patent keeps other people from copying the invention.