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Which logical fallacy involves attacking the person presenting the argument rather than the argument itself?

Ad Hominem is a fallacy where an argument is rebutted by attacking the character, motive, or other attribute of the person making the argument, rather than atta

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Question: Which logical fallacy involves attacking the person presenting the argument rather than the argument itself?

Answer options:

  • Straw Man ✅ Ad Hominem
  • Bandwagon
  • Slippery Slope

Correct answer: Ad Hominem

Explanation: Ad Hominem is a fallacy where an argument is rebutted by attacking the character, motive, or other attribute of the person making the argument, rather than attacking the substance of the argument itself.

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