English & Language UsageQuestion 97 of 120

Which sentence is written in the active voice?

a.The medication was given by the nurse.
b.The nurse gave the medication.
c.The medication had been given.
d.The medication was administered.

Explanation

In the active voice, the subject performs the action. 'The nurse gave the medication' has the subject (nurse) doing the action. The other sentences are passive.

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