Exploring the Purpose and Use of Questions

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In summary, a question is a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply. People ask questions to gain knowledge or information. Questions can serve different purposes, such as soliciting facts, exploring possibilities, or evaluating different perspectives. Rhetorical questions, while not necessarily requiring an answer, can still imply an answer through the way they are formulated. Ultimately, the distinction between a question and a statement of uncertainty or doubt can be subjective and dependent on the individual's interpretation.
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Symbols are not questions, anymore than the word "pickle" is the actual food it symbolizes.
 

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