A Journal States on Its Editorial Page, "A Query Letter

question 9

Multiple Choice

A journal states on its editorial page, "A query letter is required before article submission to this refereed journal. If a manuscript is requested, both hard copy and an electronic copy will be required. After initial acknowledgement of receipt, authors will receive a response from the editor within 4 months." What does this statement mean?

• A)Within 4 months, the author will be notified whether the article is accepted.
• B)The author will be notified immediately of the manuscript's acceptance.
• C)Only the editor reviews manuscripts.
• D)The journal uses peer review.
• E)If authors send a manuscript, without an initial query, it will be returned.
• F)If authors send a query letter, they will be requested to send a manuscript.
• G)If a manuscript is accepted, it will be published within 4 months.
• H)No manuscripts are ever accepted.

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