Which of the following marks can be registered with the U.S.Patent and Trademark Office?
A) the coat of arms of a foreign nation
B) a standalone geographical name
C) the flag of a municipality
D) a surname accompanied by a fanciful name

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A surname accompanied by a fanciful name can be registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as long as it is not a common surname and has developed a secondary meaning in relation to the goods or services being offered. The other options, such as the coat of arms of a foreign nation or the flag of a municipality, cannot be registered due to legal restrictions or lack of distinctiveness.

Which of the Following Marks Can Be Registered with the U.S.Patent