Can I ask you a question?
Yes, yes, the literal definition of can in this context means that I'm asking about if it is possible that I can pose a question to you, and thus I'm technically already answering it because I'm in the process of asking you. The usual usage of that phrase is asking for permission and thus should actually use the term may.
Except, I am actually asking if I can ask you a question.
I'm a theoretical concept of a being speaking to you in your head.
Can I ask you a question?
Can you answer?
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