When Should Passive Voice Be Used in Business Writing

question 62

Multiple Choice

When should passive voice be used in business writing?

• A)When you want to de-emphasize the action or the recipient of the action
• B)When you want to emphasize the bad news
• C)When you want to conceal the doer of the action
• D)Never

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Definitions:

Dendritic Spines

Small protrusions on dendrites of neurons that form synapses with axons, playing a key role in synaptic strength and plasticity.

Sensory Receptor

A specialized cell or cell structure that responds to external stimuli by sending signals to the nervous system, enabling perception of sensory information.

Deep Pressure

A form of tactile sensory input which involves the application of firm but gentle squeezes, hugs, or holding that calms the nervous system.

Light Touch

A sensory stimulus that is gentle and not forceful, often used in medical examinations to assess neurological function.