Which of the following would be used to protect distinguishing features of a person, business, or organization?

A patent protects new inventions, processes, or designs, granting exclusive rights to the inventor for a limited period.

A copyright protects original artistic and literary works, such as books, music, art, and software code, but not distinguishing brand features.

Trade secrets are confidential information that provides a competitive edge, such as formulas, practices, or designs, which are kept secret within a business.

A trademark is a type of intellectual property consisting of a recognizable sign, design, or expression which identifies products or services of a particular source from those of others. This includes brand names, logos, slogans, and other identifiers that distinguish a brand in the marketplace.