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Developing an Argument

Question 2 • RIDDLE-FL-1700370-Critical Thinking and Study Skills 25/26

Which statement is an example of ad hominem?

Answer
A
You want a fish? Why do you hate birds so much?
B
Of course, someone with that hair would be late.
C
They both love movies, so they both must be doctors.
D
More people should recycle, or the world will explode!

Explanation

An ad hominem attacks a person instead of addressing their argument. Choice B judges someone’s punctuality based on their hair, making a personal insult rather than giving a relevant reason they were late. The other choices show different kinds of faulty reasoning, not a personal attack on an argument.

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