Question

the main purpose of an argumentative essay is to
○ antagonize your readers.
○ voice your opinion on personal matters.
○ explain facts and statistics from varied sources.
○ persuade readers to agree with your viewpoint.

Explanation:

An argumentative essay aims to present a stance and use evidence/reasoning to convince readers of its validity. "Antagonize readers" is incorrect (essays seek engagement, not hostility). "Voice opinion on personal matters" is more for personal essays. "Explain facts/statistics" is for expository essays. Only "persuade readers to agree with your viewpoint" matches the argumentative essay's purpose.

Answer:

D. persuade readers to agree with your viewpoint