The term of a utility patent is ________ years from the date of the ________.
A) 7; patent is granted
B) 15; initial application
C) 15; patent is granted
D) 20; initial application
E) 20; patent is granted

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term of a utility patent is 20 years from the date of the initial application. This is specified in the U.S. Patent Law (35 U.S. Code §154). Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

The Term of a Utility Patent Is ________ Years from the Date