How many examples are needed to demonstrate superiority for nonobviousness in patents?
When it comes to demonstrating superiority to support nonobviousness in patent applications, there is no set number of examples required. According to MPEP 716.02(a): No set number of examples of superiority is required. This principle is illustrated by the case of In re Chupp, cited in the MPEP: Evidence showing that the claimed herbicidal compound…
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