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haleyc112

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on: Jun 23, 2018
In an ad hominem attack, you attack the person who disagrees with you rather than addressing the issue at stake.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Credibility is hard to earn and easy to lose.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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briezy

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: True
Explanation: By definition, an ad hominem attack is a logical fallacy that involves attacking the individual who disagrees with you, rather than addressing the issue itself.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: True
Explanation: A person with a reputation for honesty can quickly lose credibility by making statements that prove to be untrue or making promises that are not fulfilled.


haleyc112

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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Excellent

laurnthompson

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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