Reviewer ’s report  
 
Title:  Mixed Methods Assessment of Women’s Risk of Intimate  Partner Violence in Nepal  
 
Version: 0 Date: 16 Oct 2018 
 
Reviewer:  Jodie  Avery  
 
Reviewer’s report:  
 
A well written, logical informative paper about interpersonal violence in Nepal, which adds to 
the literature around this topic, specifically in a global context.  
 
I did not find any obvious errors in the paper.  
 
The use of mixed methods adds an in -depth look and confirms the findings of the baseline data.  
 
The methods used for both sections are appropriate, and the statistical analysis is sound.  I do not 
think Table 1 adds anything to the paper as it is completely described in th e text.  
 
However I would have like to have seen a description of the rational behind not using p values 
for Table 2.  
 
If you are not using p -values, then an explanation on how you determined significance is 
necessary ie if the CI for the OR does not cross 0, then it is significant.  A reference for this 
would also be wise.  
 
Are the methods appropriate and well described?  
If not, please specify what is required in your comments to the authors.  
 
Yes 
 
Does the work include the necessary controls?  
If not, please specify which controls are required in your comments to the authors.  
 
Yes 
 
Are the conclusions drawn adequately supported by the data shown?  
If not, please explain in your comments to the authors.  
 
Yes 
 
Are you able to assess any statistics in the manuscript or would you recommend an 
additional statistical review?  
If an additional statistical review is recommended, please specify what aspects require further 
assessment in your comments to the editors.  
I am able to assess the statistics  
 
Quality of written English  
Please indicate the quality of language in the manuscript:  
 
Acceptable  
 
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