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Mechanical Licenses for Music

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What is the purpose of a mechanical license in music?

  1. To allow the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work

  2. To grant permission for public performance of a musical work

  3. To permit the synchronization of a musical work with a visual work

  4. To authorize the distribution of a musical work in a digital format

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license grants the right to reproduce and distribute a copyrighted musical work in a physical format, such as CDs, vinyl records, or cassettes.

Who is responsible for obtaining a mechanical license?

  1. The songwriter or composer

  2. The music publisher

  3. The recording artist

  4. The record label

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Typically, the music publisher is responsible for obtaining a mechanical license on behalf of the songwriter or composer.

What information is typically included in a mechanical license?

  1. The name of the musical work

  2. The name of the songwriter or composer

  3. The name of the music publisher

  4. The name of the recording artist

  5. All of the above

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

A mechanical license typically includes information such as the name of the musical work, the name of the songwriter or composer, the name of the music publisher, the name of the recording artist, and the number of copies that can be reproduced.

How long does a mechanical license typically last?

  1. One year

  2. Five years

  3. Ten years

  4. The life of the copyright

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A mechanical license typically lasts for the life of the copyright, which is generally 70 years after the death of the author.

What is the statutory rate for a mechanical license in the United States?

  1. $0.091 per copy

  2. $0.105 per copy

  3. $0.12 per copy

  4. $0.135 per copy

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The statutory rate for a mechanical license in the United States is $0.091 per copy for songs that are five minutes or less in length, and $0.0175 per minute for songs that are longer than five minutes.

What is the difference between a compulsory mechanical license and a negotiated mechanical license?

  1. A compulsory mechanical license is required by law, while a negotiated mechanical license is voluntary

  2. A compulsory mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a negotiated mechanical license is granted by the music publisher

  3. A compulsory mechanical license is for physical reproductions only, while a negotiated mechanical license can also be for digital reproductions

  4. A compulsory mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a negotiated mechanical license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A compulsory mechanical license is required by law and allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work without the permission of the copyright holder. A negotiated mechanical license is voluntary and is negotiated between the copyright holder and the person seeking to reproduce the work.

What is the Harry Fox Agency?

  1. A government agency that administers mechanical licenses

  2. A private company that administers mechanical licenses

  3. A non-profit organization that administers mechanical licenses

  4. A trade association that represents music publishers

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Harry Fox Agency is a private company that administers mechanical licenses on behalf of music publishers.

What is the Copyright Royalty Board?

  1. A government agency that sets the statutory rate for mechanical licenses

  2. A private company that sets the statutory rate for mechanical licenses

  3. A non-profit organization that sets the statutory rate for mechanical licenses

  4. A trade association that represents music publishers

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Copyright Royalty Board is a government agency that sets the statutory rate for mechanical licenses.

What is the difference between a mechanical license and a synchronization license?

  1. A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a synchronization license allows the synchronization of a musical work with a visual work

  2. A mechanical license is required by law, while a synchronization license is voluntary

  3. A mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a synchronization license is granted by the music publisher

  4. A mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a synchronization license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a synchronization license allows the synchronization of a musical work with a visual work, such as a film or television show.

What is the difference between a mechanical license and a public performance license?

  1. A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a public performance license allows the public performance of a musical work

  2. A mechanical license is required by law, while a public performance license is voluntary

  3. A mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a public performance license is granted by the music publisher

  4. A mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a public performance license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a public performance license allows the public performance of a musical work, such as a concert or a live broadcast.

What is the difference between a mechanical license and a master use license?

  1. A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a master use license allows the use of a master recording of a musical work

  2. A mechanical license is required by law, while a master use license is voluntary

  3. A mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a master use license is granted by the record label

  4. A mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a master use license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a master use license allows the use of a master recording of a musical work, such as a CD or a digital file.

What is the difference between a mechanical license and a print license?

  1. A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a print license allows the printing of a musical work

  2. A mechanical license is required by law, while a print license is voluntary

  3. A mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a print license is granted by the music publisher

  4. A mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a print license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a print license allows the printing of a musical work, such as a sheet music or a songbook.

What is the difference between a mechanical license and a digital download license?

  1. A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a digital download license allows the downloading of a musical work from the internet

  2. A mechanical license is required by law, while a digital download license is voluntary

  3. A mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a digital download license is granted by the music publisher

  4. A mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a digital download license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a digital download license allows the downloading of a musical work from the internet.

What is the difference between a mechanical license and a streaming license?

  1. A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a streaming license allows the streaming of a musical work over the internet

  2. A mechanical license is required by law, while a streaming license is voluntary

  3. A mechanical license is granted by the copyright holder, while a streaming license is granted by the music publisher

  4. A mechanical license has a lower royalty rate than a streaming license

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mechanical license allows the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, while a streaming license allows the streaming of a musical work over the internet, such as through a streaming service like Spotify or Apple Music.

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