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When is it appropriate to use the passive voice?(1 point)

It is never appropriate to use the passive voice.
when the person or thing performing the action comes before the verb
when the person or thing performing the action is unimportant or unknown
when the person or thing performing the action is a proper noun

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Answer: When the person or thing performing the action is unimportant or unknown.

Explanation: If you want to draw attention to the doer, use the passive voice; if your intent is to put the focus on the action, then you should go for the active voice.

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