The duration of copyright increased under U.S. law in several steps since the eighteenth century until it

Question:

The duration of copyright increased under U.S. law in several steps since the eighteenth century until it reached the life of the author plus 70 years. Suppose that a writer completes a novel at age 40. If the writer lives to be 75, then the copyright will last for 105 years. At an interest rate of 10 percent, the present value of $1 paid after 105 years equals much less than 5 cents. What does this fact suggest about whether the efficient duration of copyright is longer or shorter than currently provided by law?

Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!

Step by Step Answer:

Related Book For  book-img-for-question

Law and economics

ISBN: 978-0132540650

6th Edition

Authors: Robert cooter, Thomas ulen

Question Posted: