Question

Sentences with
are wordier because they have an additional helping verb and sometimes the word by. Sentences with
are more clear and concise.

Answer 1

Sentences written in the passive voice are wordier because they have an additional helping verb and sometimes the word by. Sentences written in the active voice are more clear and concise.

Example:
- Passive: The report was completed by the team.
- Active: The team completed the report.