The investigation was authorized _________ the federal government to ensure transparency in the banking sector.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
from
B
by
C
to
D
with
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. Passive voice constructions typically use the preposition "by" to indicate the agent performing the action (authorized by someone).
Choice A is incorrect because "authorized from" is not standard usage. Choice C is incorrect because "authorized to" would imply the recipient of the authority, not the source. Choice D is incorrect because "authorized with" is not standard usage.