What is the difference between the prematurity and tenability of a final rejection?

The MPEP 706.07(c) distinguishes between the prematurity and tenability of a final rejection. It states that the question of prematureness “is purely a question of practice, wholly distinct from the tenability of the rejection.” This means: Prematurity refers to whether the final rejection was issued at the appropriate time in the examination process. Tenability refers…

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