US4363628A
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Bank training device
Assignee: Mark Twain Bancshares Inc
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Filing: 1981-06-08
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Granted: 1982-12-14
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Expires: 2001-06-08
Abstract
Abstract A device and method of training bank personnel utilizing game techniques. The game board comprises several connected continuous circuits. The circuits have spaces which direct the players to stacks of question and answer cards. The winner is determined by the player who answers the most questions or certain specified questions. The game also instructs in proper procedural and ethical conduct.
Inventors
- 👤 C. Virginia Kirkpatrick
- 👤 Grace E. Watson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 19:11
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63F; A63F3/00; A63F3/00003; A63F3/00063; A63F3/00072; G; G09; G09B; G09B19/00; A63F3/00006
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
74 words
A device for training bank employees comprising a board means which has marked spaces in the shape of at least two connected continuous circuits extending about the board, wherein certain of said spaces are designated to require a player to answer questions from specific question and answer cards which are grouped in different sets for association with each of the circuits; a chance means; and means for marking a player's position on said board.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
74 words
A device for training bank employees comprising a board means which has marked spaces in the shape of at least two connected continuous circuits extending about the board, wherein certain of said spaces are designated to require a player to answer questions from specific question and answer cards which are grouped in different sets for association with each of the circuits; a chance means; and means for marking a player's position on said board.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
The device of claim 1 wherein certain spaces of said circuits contain examples of proper ethical and procedural conduct for which a player is rewarded.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
The device of claim 1 wherein certain spaces of said circuits contain examples of improper ethical and procedural conduct for which a player is penalized.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
The device of claim 2 wherein certain spaces of said circuits contain examples of improper ethical and procedural conduct for which a player is penalized.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The device of claim 1 wherein certain spaces of said circuits allow a player to obtain a card which provides for space advancement.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
The device of claim 4 wherein certain spaces of said circuits allow a player to obtain a card which provides for space advancement.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
95 words
A method of training bank employees using the device of claim 1 comprising: (a) one or more players starting at the junction of all of the circuits and continually sequentially activating the numerical chance mechanism to determine the movement of their markers; (b) the players upon landing on a space requiring the selection of a question card, selects the appropriate question card and answers the question contained on said card; (c) a player answering said card maintains possession of said card, and (d) the training exercise ends after the achieving of an agreed upon result.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
25 words
The method of claim 7 wherein certain spaces of said circuits contain examples of proper ethical and procedural conduct for which a player is rewarded.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
25 words
The method of claim 8 wherein certain spaces of said circuits contain examples of improper ethical and procedural conduct for which a player is penalized.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
23 words
The method of claim 9 wherein certain spaces of said circuits allow a player to obtain a card which provides for space advancement.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1985-12-13 | 1986-06-14 | 1986-12-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-12-13 | 1990-06-14 | 1990-12-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-12-13 | 1994-06-14 | 1994-12-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |