SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CGL - 20 July 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q16

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Dr. Joyce is studying an experiment in his laboratory.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. An experiment is being studied by Dr. Joyce in his laboratory.

  • The given sentence can be expressed in passive voice as: "An experiment is being studied by Dr. Joyce in his laboratory."
  • This option maintains the correct tense and passive voice structure, with the subject ("an experiment") being acted upon by the verb ("is being studied").
  • The phrase "by Dr. Joyce in his laboratory" appropriately indicates the performer of the action.
  • Therefore, this option accurately transforms the active voice sentence into a passive voice.