Reasons to use passive or active voice:

1. Emphasize an action PASSIVE OR ACTIVE
2. Write clear and concise sentences. PASSIVE or ACTIVE
3. Tell about rules or laws. PASSIVE or ACTIVE
4. Explain an action when subject is unknown. PASSIVE or ACTIVE
5. Emphasize who is responsible for something. PASSIVE or ACTIVE
6. To avoid responsibility. PASSIVE or ACTIVE

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Here are the appropriate voice recommendations for each reason:

  1. Emphasize an action - PASSIVE
  2. Write clear and concise sentences - ACTIVE
  3. Tell about rules or laws - PASSIVE (though can sometimes be active, passive is more common)
  4. Explain an action when the subject is unknown - PASSIVE
  5. Emphasize who is responsible for something - ACTIVE
  6. To avoid responsibility - PASSIVE

These recommendations reflect typical usage patterns, though context can influence the choice between passive and active voice.

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