GK
INVENTIONS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The key distinction between the two is that – while an inventer creates a product or introduces a process for the first time, innovation is improving or making significant contribution. While Thomas Edison was an inventor, Steve Jobs was an inventor although he is often mistaken for an inventor.
Detailed explanation-2: -An invention occurs when you’re creating a completely new idea, while an innovation is improving upon an existing idea. Take transportation for example. When the first car was created, it was an invention, since there had never been a motorized way to get around before.
Detailed explanation-3: -An invention uses technology to solve a specific problem. The technical features of an invention have a function through which the problem – the purpose of the invention – is solved. The technical character necessary for patenting requires that the laws of nature are used to achieve the objective.