When are "if" and "whether" equivalent?

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Elle Zimmerman

1 January, 22:52

When are "if" and "whether" equivalent?

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Elsa Craig · Answer 1

They are equivalent in 'unknown' statements. For example, they are somewhat synonymous in a sentence such as: "Even if it rains, I will go inside." And, "I will go outside whether or not it rains."

I'm not sure if that answered your question, but I hope it did!