Question

1. according to the passage, the late 18th and early 19th century u.s. patent system accomplished all of the following except:

• encouraging economic growth.
• inspiring later international patent agreements.
• making patents affordable by keeping application fees low.
• championing a select few highly capable inventors.

Explanation:

The U.S. patent system in the late 18th - early 19th century aimed to encourage innovation broadly, not just support a select few inventors. It promoted economic growth, influenced international patent agreements, and made patents more accessible with low - cost applications.

Answer:

D. championing a select few highly capable inventors.