I was assigned to write an essay,after writing it ,I started to question my writing, and I just cannot decide on whether I should use passive or active voice for this kind of formal writing. ..yes,I have researched, but can't establish which one is more adequate.

Answer 1

Active voice is always the better choice, in my opinion.

http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/passive.htm

Read very carefully, especially from the second paragraph on.