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is this question directed vs does this question direct

Both phrases are not correct as they are missing a preposition. The correct phrase should be 'Is this question directed at someone?' or 'Does this question direct someone?' depending on the intended meaning.

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is this question directed

This phrase is incorrect as it is missing a preposition.

The correct phrase should be 'Is this question directed at someone?' if referring to the target of the question.
  • Why is this question directed at my state legislator? Isn't a constitutional amendment an issue for Congress? Massachusetts has a system that allows citizens to ...
  • Why is this question directed at my state legislator? What is the process to pass a constitutional amendment? What is the point if the ballot question is ...
  • ... districts will have this question on their ballots? Why is this question directed at my state legislator? What is the process to pass a constitutional amendment?
  • Why is this question directed at my state legislator? What is the process to pass a constitutional amendment? What is the point if the ballot question is ...

Alternatives:

  • Is this question directed at someone?

does this question direct

This phrase is incorrect as it is missing a preposition.

The correct phrase should be 'Does this question direct someone?' if referring to the action of the question.
  • Oct 20, 2009 ... ... provided care to a family member for many years could pass NCLEX-RN? In what ways and directions does this question direct our thinking?

Alternatives:

  • Does this question direct someone?

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