Question

Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure:

It has been alleged that confidential data was being leaked by insiders within the firm.

• A. Insiders were leaking confidential data within the firm.
• B. Confidential data had been leaked by insiders, it is alleged.
• C. Insiders have allegedly been leaking confidential data within the firm.
• D. The firm was allegedly leaking insider data.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Insiders have allegedly been leaking confidential data within the firm.

• Active vs. Passive Voice: In the original sentence, "confidential data was being leaked" is in the passive voice because the subject (data) is receiving the action. In the active voice, the performer of the action (insiders) must become the subject of the sentence.

• Maintaining Tense and Nuance: The original sentence uses a continuous tense ("was being leaked") and includes the word "alleged." The correct active version maintains the ongoing nature of the action and the speculative tone by using "have allegedly been leaking."