Harry has written some cool, new computer software called Puccini, which gives smartphones a simulated AI capability. (Puccini and iPhones Siri are rumored to be dating.) Ordinary consumers are amazed, but computer software developers think that any coder could have some up with the idea. Harry runs down to the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a utility patent. Is he likely to have his application approved?

Select one:

a. No: not novel

b. No: not useful

c. No: not nonobvious

d. Yes