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The correct tone of an argumentative essay is?

  1. Unbiased

  2. Jocular

  3. Aggressive

  4. Tentative

The correct answer is: Unbiased

An argumentative essay is meant to persuade the reader to believe the writer's viewpoint. In order to effectively persuade others, it is important to maintain a neutral and unbiased tone. This means presenting facts and evidence in a logical and rational manner, without letting personal emotions or biases sway the argument. Therefore, options B, C and D are incorrect because they all suggest a biased or emotional tone, which can weaken the essay's effectiveness in convincing the reader.