If you do not agree with a reviewer's feedback for a specific change or revision, what should you do?
A) Make the change anyway because you have no choice.
B) Make the change and explain in the manuscript that the change was due to a reviewer's remark so your audience knows what the reviewer's comments entailed.
C) Contact the reviewer and ask why the change was recommended.
D) You may choose to not make a change, but should convincingly articulate your reason to the editor in charge.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

It is important to carefully consider feedback from reviewers, but ultimately the author has the final say on what changes are made to their work. If an author disagrees with a reviewer's feedback, they should explain their reasoning to the editor in charge and provide a convincing argument for why the change is not necessary or why an alternate solution is more appropriate. It is also important to remain professional and respectful in all communications with reviewers and editors.

If You Do Not Agree with a Reviewer's Feedback for a Specific