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

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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.

  1. A.

    Insiders were leaking confidential data within the firm.

  2. B.

    Confidential data had been leaked by insiders, it is alleged.

  3. C.

    Insiders have allegedly been leaking confidential data within the firm.

  4. D.

    The firm was allegedly leaking insider data.

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Correct answer: C

The active voice should make 'insiders' the subject and preserve the sense of allegation: 'Insiders have allegedly been leaking confidential data within the firm.'

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