Which of the following is an ad hominem fallacy? Select one: a. Other brands of toothpaste might promise you "dazzling white teeth," but those corporations are deceiving you. Only Lima Bean Green Toothpaste will give you the smile you desire. b. Join the millions of trendy tooth brushers who have discovered the whitening, brightening, cavity fighting power of new and improved Lima Bean Green Toothpaste! c. The time the two of you spend together is perfect because of your dazzling white teeth. d. Try it for yourself, and you will see the difference.

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Leon Mcintosh

4 November, 08:12

Which of the following is an ad hominem fallacy? Select one: a. Other brands of toothpaste might promise you "dazzling white teeth," but those corporations are deceiving you. Only Lima Bean Green Toothpaste will give you the smile you desire. b. Join the millions of trendy tooth brushers who have discovered the whitening, brightening, cavity fighting power of new and improved Lima Bean Green Toothpaste! c. The time the two of you spend together is perfect because of your dazzling white teeth. d. Try it for yourself, and you will see the difference.

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Layne Archer · Answer 1

A.

Explanation:

Ad hominem is a logical fallacy that involves a personal attack. An argument based on the perceived failings of an adversary rather than on the merits of the case.

The only argument that is attacking the adversary is the option A, where it is implied that other companies are deceiving you. That is not relevant to how Lima Bean Green Toothpaste can give you a better smile. So that's why it's defined as a ad hominem fallacy.