Voice

In active voice, the subject of the sentence does the action.

SEMATECH expects
IBM and AT&T processes share...

In passive voice, the subject of the sentence is, usually, the result or object of the action.

SEMATECH is expected to...
IBM and AT&T processes are shared by...

Generally, prefer the active voice unless the subject

  • Is not known
  • Is not pertinent
  • Must remain vague

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