question as to whether

To write plainly and concisely, use if or whether instead of the roundabout phrase the question as to whether.

• Wordy: The question as to whether there is a surplus remains a hotly debated topic.
• Concise: Whether there is a surplus remains a hotly debated topic.
• Wordy: The members will vote on the question as to whether they should strike.
• Concise: The members will vote on whether they should strike.

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