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What is the major difference between a persuasive essay and an argumentative essay?

An argumentative essay does not try to change a reader's opinion.

An argumentative essay does not try to prove a point.

An argumentative essay does not use emotions.

An argumentative essay does not use facts.

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An argumentative essay can be based on hypothetical situation

Step-by-step explanation:

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An argumentative essay can be based on hypothetical situation but it all has to relate back to the question while a persuasive essay is more based off facts and occasional opinions
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