Question

In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive voice. Out of four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active voice.

Government wants a cut in the interest rates.

A A cut in the interest rates is the want of the government. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B A cut in the interest rates is wanted by the government. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C A cut in the interest rates is being wanted by the government. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D It is the want of the government to have a cut in the interest rates. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The rule for changing a sentence into passive voice is-

(Object) + (auxiliary verb) + (past participle) + (by subject).

Hence, the correct answer is- ‘A cut in the interest rates is wanted by the government’.

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