Chapter 10 Suggests That the Passive Voice Is Generally More

question 25

Multiple Choice

Chapter 10 suggests that the passive voice is generally more appropriate than the active voice in four circumstances. One is when the agent is clear from the context, as in "Students are required to take both writing courses," in which it is clear that the college set the requirements. Under which of the following circumstances is the passive voice NOT appropriate?

• A) when the agent is less important than the action
• B) when the agent is unknown
• C) when a reference to the agent is embarrassing, dangerous, or in some other way inappropriate
• D) when you want to help the agent avoid responsibility

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Inflation Rate

The tempo at which the broad cost of goods and services rises, leading to a downfall in purchasing strength.

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Deflation is a decrease in the general price level of goods and services, often associated with an increase in the purchasing power of money.

Nominal Interest Rate

The proportionate growth in the amount of money that borrowers need to repay to lenders, excluding adjustments for inflation.

Nominal Interest Rates

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