Which of the following statements about the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA)is false?
A)The DTSA preempts state trade secrets law.
B)The DTSA defines trade secrets and the elements of a misappropriation claim.
C)Those whose trade secrets have been violated can seek redress under either the DTSA or the applicable state law.
D)The DTSA was the first federal statute to recognize a cause of action for misappropriation of trade secrets.

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Because the DTSA does not preempt state trade secrets law,state law remains an important player in the trade secrets realm.Those whose trade secret rights have arguably been violated are likely to have considerable freedom to decide whether to purse litigation under the DTSA or,instead,under applicable state law.

Which of the Following Statements About the Defend Trade Secrets