Difference between Argument and Explanation?

Question

Sam's theory is simpler than John's theory.

Sam's theory is more conservative than John's theory.

The more simple and conservative theory is, the better.

Therefore, we don't have to assume that John's theory is true.

Is This An Argument Or An Explanation?

Answer 1

It's an opinion.

Answer 2

an argument is an to go aganist something and you trying to prove someone wrong

but an explanation is a simple explanation the interpretation, meaning, or sense given in explaining on something

Answer 3

Argument.  And not a good one either.