How should you revise a sentence to achieve a neutral tone?

• A. "This report provides an opportunity to take on the risk."
• B. "This report presents an opportunity to assess the risk."
• C. "This report is your opportunity to take the risk."
• D. "This report shows the risk you should take."

Answer: (B)

Neutral tone in writing presents information in an objective, non-biased way, avoiding personal ownership or directives. It uses wording that describes what the document does without telling the reader what to think or do, and it favors verbs that indicate evaluation or description rather than action or obligation.

This option fits best because it says the report presents an opportunity to assess the risk. The verb presents conveys that the document offers something, without pushing a particular stance. Using an opportunity to assess the risk keeps the reader focused on evaluating the information, rather than being told to take on or act upon the risk. It keeps the tone measured and professional.

The other options push the reader toward a specific action or personal stake. Saying you should take on the risk gives a directive and implies a burden or obligation. Framing it as your opportunity personalizes and pressures the reader. Saying the report shows the risk you should take also prescribes action, which is not neutral. In contrast, the chosen sentence maintains objectivity by describing the report’s function and inviting assessment rather than urging a course of action.