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jasveron

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Would you let me know of your decision by this Friday?
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Would you let me know your decision by this Friday?

When should I use "know of" and when just "know"?
 

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Would you let me know of your decision by this Friday?
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Would you let me know your decision by this Friday?

When should I use "know of" and when just "know"?
Both sentences mean the same, "of" is not necessary.
 

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Thanks for answering. So both sentences are correct?
It seems to me that using "of" makes the sentence more formal, no?
 

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Thanks for answering. So both sentences are correct?
It seems to me that using "of" makes the sentence more formal, no?
Yes, you could see it that way.
 
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