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How to interpret reviewer comments that are factually incorrect?
Paper Discussion
Occasionally reviewers make statements containing factual mistakes about your field or your manuscript. You must respond respectfully while correcting misinformation. What is your balanced approach for handling fact‑incorrect reviewer remarks?
Adam Evans, Aaron Roberts and 11 others4 Comments-
Politely and gently point out factual error with supporting citations or manuscript locations.
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Stay completely respectful; never directly label the reviewer as wrong in your wording.
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Clarify the correct factual context without expanding into unnecessary digressions.
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Keep editor informed so they understand where misunderstanding originates.
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