UNITED STATES PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICEREGISTRATION EXAMINATIONNOVEMBER 1999MORNING SESSION
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Abigail has invented a novel watering mechanism for a flower pot. The flower pot also possesses a unique ornamental design. Abigail consults with patent practitioner P for advice on the differences between a design patent and a utility patent. Which of the following general statements regarding design and utility patents, if made by P, would be accurate?