Select the correct passive voice of: 'She could not solve the puzzle.' MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the correct passive voice of: 'She could not solve the puzzle.'

A. The puzzle could not be solved by her.

B. The puzzle cannot be solved by her.

C. The puzzle could not solved by her.

D. The puzzle could not be solve by her.

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Modal 'could' negative: Object + could + not + be + past participle + by + subject.

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A. She was appointed team leader by us.

B. She was appointed as team leader by us.

C. Team leader was appointed her by us.

D. She is appointed team leader by us.

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Correct Answer: Option A

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