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Copyright and Commercial Photography

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What is the purpose of copyright law in commercial photography?

  1. To protect the photographer's right to sell their work.

  2. To protect the photographer's right to control how their work is used.

  3. To protect the photographer's right to receive credit for their work.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Copyright law protects the photographer's right to sell their work, control how their work is used, and receive credit for their work.

What is the difference between a copyright and a trademark?

  1. A copyright protects creative works, while a trademark protects brands and logos.

  2. A copyright protects works of art, while a trademark protects written works.

  3. A copyright protects works of music, while a trademark protects works of literature.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A copyright protects creative works such as photographs, paintings, and sculptures. A trademark protects brands and logos.

How long does a copyright last in the United States?

  1. 70 years after the photographer's death.

  2. 100 years after the photographer's death.

  3. 120 years after the photographer's death.

  4. The copyright lasts forever.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the United States, a copyright lasts for the life of the photographer plus 70 years.

What is the difference between a copyright and a license?

  1. A copyright gives the photographer exclusive rights to their work, while a license gives someone else permission to use the work.

  2. A copyright protects the photographer's work from being copied, while a license allows someone else to copy the work.

  3. A copyright protects the photographer's work from being sold, while a license allows someone else to sell the work.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A copyright gives the photographer exclusive rights to their work, including the right to reproduce, distribute, and display the work. A license gives someone else permission to use the work in a specific way, such as by reproducing it or distributing it.

What is the fair use doctrine?

  1. A doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for educational purposes.

  2. A doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for commercial purposes.

  3. A doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for personal use.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The fair use doctrine is a doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for educational purposes, criticism, comment, news reporting, or research.

What is the difference between a work for hire and a commissioned work?

  1. A work for hire is created by an employee as part of their job, while a commissioned work is created by an independent contractor.

  2. A work for hire is created for a specific client, while a commissioned work is created for a general audience.

  3. A work for hire is created for a specific purpose, while a commissioned work is created for a general purpose.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A work for hire is created by an employee as part of their job, and the copyright to the work belongs to the employer. A commissioned work is created by an independent contractor, and the copyright to the work belongs to the contractor.

What is the difference between a model release and a property release?

  1. A model release gives the photographer permission to use the model's image in their work, while a property release gives the photographer permission to use the property in their work.

  2. A model release gives the photographer permission to use the model's name in their work, while a property release gives the photographer permission to use the property's name in their work.

  3. A model release gives the photographer permission to use the model's likeness in their work, while a property release gives the photographer permission to use the property's likeness in their work.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A model release gives the photographer permission to use the model's image in their work. A property release gives the photographer permission to use the property in their work.

What is the best way to protect your copyright in commercial photography?

  1. Register your copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office.

  2. Put a copyright notice on your work.

  3. Keep a record of your work, including the date it was created and the names of any models or property owners who gave you permission to use their image.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to protect your copyright in commercial photography is to register your copyright with the U.S. Copyright Office, put a copyright notice on your work, and keep a record of your work, including the date it was created and the names of any models or property owners who gave you permission to use their image.

What are the penalties for copyright infringement?

  1. Civil penalties, such as damages and injunctions.

  2. Criminal penalties, such as fines and imprisonment.

  3. Both civil and criminal penalties.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Copyright infringement can result in both civil and criminal penalties. Civil penalties include damages and injunctions. Criminal penalties include fines and imprisonment.

What is the best way to avoid copyright infringement in commercial photography?

  1. Get permission from the copyright holder before using their work.

  2. Use only works that are in the public domain.

  3. Use works that are covered by a fair use exception.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to avoid copyright infringement in commercial photography is to get permission from the copyright holder before using their work, use only works that are in the public domain, and use works that are covered by a fair use exception.

What is the difference between a copyright and a patent?

  1. A copyright protects creative works, while a patent protects inventions.

  2. A copyright protects works of art, while a patent protects works of literature.

  3. A copyright protects works of music, while a patent protects works of science.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A copyright protects creative works such as photographs, paintings, and sculptures. A patent protects inventions such as new machines, processes, and designs.

What is the difference between a copyright and a trademark?

  1. A copyright protects creative works, while a trademark protects brands and logos.

  2. A copyright protects works of art, while a trademark protects written works.

  3. A copyright protects works of music, while a trademark protects works of literature.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A copyright protects creative works such as photographs, paintings, and sculptures. A trademark protects brands and logos.

How long does a copyright last in the United States?

  1. 70 years after the photographer's death.

  2. 100 years after the photographer's death.

  3. 120 years after the photographer's death.

  4. The copyright lasts forever.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the United States, a copyright lasts for the life of the photographer plus 70 years.

What is the difference between a copyright and a license?

  1. A copyright gives the photographer exclusive rights to their work, while a license gives someone else permission to use the work.

  2. A copyright protects the photographer's work from being copied, while a license allows someone else to copy the work.

  3. A copyright protects the photographer's work from being sold, while a license allows someone else to sell the work.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A copyright gives the photographer exclusive rights to their work, including the right to reproduce, distribute, and display the work. A license gives someone else permission to use the work in a specific way, such as by reproducing it or distributing it.

What is the fair use doctrine?

  1. A doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for educational purposes.

  2. A doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for commercial purposes.

  3. A doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for personal use.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The fair use doctrine is a doctrine that allows someone to use copyrighted material without permission for educational purposes, criticism, comment, news reporting, or research.

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