When would a writer choose to use a passive voice?
A) When placing blame or giving credit
B) When creating an impersonal tone
C) When there is a need for strong sentence structure
D) When there is a need for writing that is direct and lively
E) When there is a desire to make the writing easier to read
Answer: B
Explanation: B) Passive voice is not wrong grammatically, but it can be cumbersome, lengthy, and vague. In most cases, the active voice is the better choice. Nevertheless, using the passive voice can help you demonstrate the "you" attitude in some situations such as creating an impersonal tone in a message.
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