Which of the following is NOT true of passive verbs?
A)Passive verbs can be used to emphasize the object, rather the agent.
B)Passive verbs can be used to avoid assigning blame.
C)Passive verbs are useful in very formal or official sounding documents.
D)Passive verbs can help provide coherence when they introduce familiar information at the beginning of a sentence.

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Passive verbs are often used in formal or official documents to focus on the action rather than the actor, but saying they are particularly useful in very formal or official sounding documents overstates their applicability. They are a stylistic choice and can be used in various contexts, not exclusively or especially in very formal or official documents.

Which of the Following Is NOT True of Passive Verbs