IMRaD vs Argumentative Essay

IMRaD format refers to a paper that is structured by four main sections: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. An IMRaD is very specific and focuses on one topic while an argument-based research report is broad and can cover multiple topics. When writing an argumentative essay, you write to prove that your opinion, theory or hypothesis about an issue is correct. To do this, you use the research of others to explain your side of the argument. When using the IMRaD format, the research you use is primary. This means you have to conduct your own research in order to prove your point and not rely on others.