Question

select the correct answer.
which statement best describes an ad hominem fallacy?
a. presenting new, irrelevant ideas to distract others
b. attacking the person’s character in lieu of the issue
c. comparing two ideas that are not similar in nature
d. setting up an opposing argument that is unrelated

Explanation:

An ad hominem fallacy is a type of logical fallacy where instead of addressing the argument or issue, a person's character, motives, or other personal attributes are attacked. Option A describes a red herring fallacy (distracting with irrelevant info), Option C describes a false analogy, and Option D describes a straw man fallacy. Only Option B matches the definition of ad hominem.

Answer:

B. attacking the person’s character in lieu of the issue