Which of the following is a similarity between the ® symbol and the © symbol?
A) Both are not mandatory to be used by their respective owners.
B) Both are valid for a period of 10 years after which both must be renewed.
C) Both are subject to the rules described by the fair use doctrine.
D) Both are valid for a period of 10 years after which neither can be renewed.

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Both the ® symbol and the © symbol are not mandatory to be used by their respective owners. However, the use of the ® symbol is recommended for trademarks that are registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, whereas the use of the © symbol is recommended for copyrighted works. The other options are not correct as the validity and rules governing the use of these symbols differ.

Which of the Following Is a Similarity Between the ®