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2.13 Examination

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Note: While this part is concerned with the examination of standard patent applications in accordance with sec 45, special considerations apply when examining PCT applications in the national phase.  Although many of these considerations are incorporated in this part, examiners must also refer to 2.20. National Phase Applications when examining such applications.

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