A ________ protects the functionality of an invention.
A) hallmark
B) design patent
C) utility patent
D) wordmark

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A utility patent is the type of patent that protects the functionality of an invention. It grants the owner exclusive rights to make, use, and sell the invention for a limited period of time, usually 20 years from the date of filing. Design patents protect the ornamental design of an object, while hallmarks and wordmarks are related to branding and trademarks.

A ________ Protects the Functionality of an Invention