What form is used to communicate the reasons for patentability in ex parte reexamination?

In ex parte reexamination proceedings, the USPTO uses a specific form to communicate the reasons for patentability or confirmation of patent claims. According to MPEP 2296, this form is: PTOL-476: Reasons for Patentability/Confirmation The PTOL-476 form is used by examiners to explain why certain claims in the patent under reexamination are deemed patentable or why…

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