Passive voice plays an important role in written communication because it allows to focus on the action or its result rather than the person performing the action. 13

Here are some reasons why passive voice is useful:

• Objective tone. 1 Passive voice minimizes emphasis on the researcher or author and focuses on the process and results of the study. 1
• Subtlety and formality. 1 Passive voice de-emphasizes the agent performing the action, making the text appear unbiased and objective. 1
• Softening the impact of an action. 1 If it is desired to soften the impact of an action or convey tactfulness, passive voice can help achieve the desired effect without diminishing the overall message. 1

Passive voice is common in situations where the focus is on the action itself, particularly in scientific writing, academic settings, and objective reporting. 1