Imagecon Corp. has developed new software to transfer photographic images to e-mail. It wants to put its software in a uniquely shaped box with five sides that open much easier than the common software box. It has also designed a stylized script for the front cover of the box. Which of the following can be registered as an industrial design?
A)The box
B)The script
C)Both A and B
D)Neither A nor B
E)Friday

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The uniquely shaped box can be registered as an industrial design because it pertains to the aesthetic aspect of the product. The script, being a form of writing, is not eligible for industrial design registration.