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haleyc112

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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.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Gracias!

Bigfoot1984

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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