Question

The intent of a patent is to: a. encourage copycat inventions. b. increase competition in the marketplace. c. reward innovation and hard work of inventors. d. slow the growth of monopolies.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. reward innovation and hard work of inventors

Explanation:

A patent is a right granted to an inventor by the federal government that permits the inventor to exclude others from making, selling or using the invention for a period of time. It helps to reward innovation and hardwork