After much research,Angela has designed a new automobile tire with a unique polycarbonate exterior that cannot be punctured.In the context of U.S.patent law,which of the following statements would be true for this invention?
A) It can be patented as it is useful, novel, and not obvious.
B) It can only receive a plant patent.
C) It cannot be patented because tires are intangible products.
D) It cannot be patented as it is only eligible for a copyright protection.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Angela's new automobile tire meets the three requirements for patentability under U.S. patent law: it is useful (as it solves the problem of punctures), it is novel (because it is unique and not found in the prior art), and it is not obvious to someone skilled in the field of tire manufacturing. Therefore, it is eligible for a utility patent. The fact that it is a tangible product also supports its patentability. Plant patents are only for asexually reproduced plants, copyrights are for creative works, and intangible products can also be patented as long as they meet the requirements of patentability.

After Much Research,Angela Has Designed a New Automobile Tire with a Unique