ng, what exactly do we mean by argument? Do we mean taking an extreme position and standing our ground, whether or not the facts support our position?...

In research writing, what exactly do we mean by argument? Do we mean taking an extreme position and standing our ground, whether or not the facts support our position? Or do we mean instead convincing our audience by taking a reasonable stance on an issue and supporting our position with appropriate evidence? Define and explain the difference using examples.