A sentence has been given in Active/Passive voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active voice.
The Chief Guest cut the ribbon to inaugurate the new emporium.
1
The ribbon was cut by the Chief Guest to inaugurate the new emporium.
2
The ribbon was being cut by the Chief Guest to inaugurate the new emporium.
3
The ribbon was cutting by the Chief Guest to inaugurate the new emporium.
4
The ribbon had cut by the Chief Guest to inaugurate the new emporium.