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Whether

usgb/ˈweðər/Volume
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Decision Making

Used when someone is uncertain and choosing between different options.

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She is deciding whether to travel by train or plane.
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Including Both

'Whether or not' means both possibilities are considered, regardless of the condition.

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I will attend the picnic whether or not it rains.
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Indirect Questions

When embedding a question within a statement, 'whether' is often used.

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Can you tell me whether the store is open?
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