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arrangement in order of breadth

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A quick definition of arrangement in order of breadth:

Arrangement in Order of Breadth: This term refers to the way claims are organized in a patent application. The first claim is the broadest and covers the most ground, while later claims become more specific and narrow in scope. It's like organizing toys from biggest to smallest, with the biggest toy being the first one you see and the smallest toy being the last one you find.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Arrangement in order of breadth refers to the placement of claims in a patent application in order of scope. This means that the first claim in the application or patent is the broadest, while later claims become progressively narrower.

Example: Let's say a company has invented a new type of smartphone. The first claim in their patent application might be something like "A mobile device with a touch screen display." This claim is very broad and covers a wide range of devices. Later claims might be more specific, such as "A mobile device with a touch screen display and a front-facing camera." This claim is narrower because it specifies additional features that the device must have.

This arrangement in order of breadth is important because it helps to ensure that the patent covers as much ground as possible while still being specific enough to be enforceable. By starting with a broad claim and then narrowing down, the patent holder can protect their invention from competitors who might try to make similar products with slight variations.

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Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
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Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
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Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
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Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
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starfishies
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and the deadline is in like a week what is this
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BatmanBeyond
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This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
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I got the same NDLS email
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Any word out of Notre Dame?
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Only the invitation to apply for LSE
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Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
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when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
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how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
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I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
The profile links are not working for me. anybody else?
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i’m in the same boat mastermonkey but with lower stats. i hope i hear back by mid march
CheeseIsMyLoveLanguage
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@mastermonkey45: Looking at some of the recent decisions in relation to when they went complete, I'd say it's a good sign. It seems many declines were sent within about 5-6 weeks of completion. Given those were applications that were SENT in January, I'd say that means you're still solidly in the running. :)
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Sent an app to OSU in early december and have STILL not heard back
Give it 4 more weeks at least. Everyone in this chat needs to wait longer.
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