Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions.
It is reported that the prisoners escaped by means of a helicopter.
A.The prisoners is reported to have escaped by means of a helicopter.
B.The prisoners are reported to have escaped by means of a helicopter.
C.The prisoners are reported to escape by means of a helicopter.
D.The prisoners are reported to have been escaped by means of a helicopter.