Author Response Threshold
noun phrasePronunciation: /ˈɔːθər rɪˈspɑːns ˈθrɛʃoʊld/
The minimum quality or substantive requirements that author revisions must meet before being accepted for re-review by the editorial team. This establishes editorial standards for resubmitted manuscripts.
Plain English
The minimum level of quality and changes authors must make in their revisions for the journal to consider reviewing the paper again.
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Usage
"The editor determined that the author response threshold had not been met, as revisions failed to adequately address major reviewer concerns."
Style guide notes: Use 'threshold' in singular form when referring to a single standard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if authors don't meet the response threshold?
The manuscript is typically desk rejected without returning to external reviewers for evaluation.
How do editors determine the response threshold?
Editors assess reviewer feedback severity, manuscript improvements needed, and adherence to journal's scientific standards.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Important for understanding editorial gate-keeping mechanisms and quality control processes.
Required skill level: Mid