On Twitter If i tweet someone can they see me tweet and reply if my twitter profile is private?

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Ive set my twitter page to private, you have to follow me to read my timeline. If i direct a tweet at someone using @, can they still receive my Tweets even though my profile if private? and can they reply?

Thanks

Hello
On this page you’ll get
the requested information.

http://help.twitter.com/entries/13920-frequently-asked-questions