An assertion of priority can operate as an incorporation by reference when:

An assertion of priority can operate as an incorporation by reference when the omitted portion is completely contained in the prior application. This means that if a later-filed application claims priority to an earlier one and fully incorporates the content of the earlier application, it effectively allows the applicant to use the information and content from the previous filing as if it were included in the new submission.

Incorporation by reference is a legal mechanism that allows a later application to utilize information from a prior application without having to restate that information in full. This can save time and space in the application process while maintaining a clear chain of priority and ensuring that the claims are supported by the earlier documentation.

The assertion of priority is strengthened by this incorporation because it provides a clear and direct link to the earlier document, allowing patent examiners and courts to verify the content and claims referenced. If the omitted content is indeed contained in the prior application, it ensures that the later application's claims are not just new inventions but are also well-grounded in previously disclosed material, which is crucial for the patentability and validity of the claims.

The other options do not effectively establish the conditions under which an assertion of priority could qualify as incorporation by reference. Explicitly referencing a prior application without ensuring that all omitted