Which statement describes a characteristic of passive voice?

The correct choice highlights that passive voice often obscures the doer of the action. In passive voice constructions, the focus is on the action and the recipient of that action rather than on who is performing it. For example, in the sentence "The book was read by the teacher," the emphasis is on "the book" rather than "the teacher." This characteristic can make it unclear who is responsible for the action, which is particularly important in writing where clarity and accountability are needed.

Other choices emphasize aspects that do not accurately reflect the nature of passive voice. While passive voice may sometimes shift focus away from the doer, it does not inherently favor conciseness, and it is not necessarily more preferred in storytelling compared to active voice, which often provides a clearer and more dynamic narrative.