What is the best definition of a trade secret?
A)A formula,device,process,method,or compilation of information that,when used in business,gives the owner an advantage over competitors.
B)Any combination of words and symbols that a business uses to identify its products or services and distinguish them from others.
C)The right of an inventor to prevent others from making,using,or selling his inventions for a limited time.
D)The right of a creator to exclusively reproduce,distribute,and perform her work for a limited time.

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A trade secret is a formula, device, process, method or compilation of information that is not generally known, has commercial value and gives the owner an advantage over competitors.

Answer: B, C, and D are not correct
 B describes a trademark, C describes a patent, and D describes copyright. These are distinct types of intellectual property, different from trade secrets.

What Is the Best Definition of a Trade Secret