Form PTO/SB/23 Petition for Extension of Time Under 37 CFR 1.136(b)

PTO/SB/23 (07-09)
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PETITION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME UNDER 37 CFR 1.136(b)
In re Application of
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This is a request for an extension of time of ________________________________________________(days), (weeks),
(months) under 37 CFR 1.136(b) in this pending application. An extension of time is not available in this application under
the provisions of 37 CFR 1.136(a); however, additional time to respond may still be granted under the patent statute. The
petition fee under 37 CFR 1.17(g) is required. The reasons for requesting the extension of time are the following:

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