You and a friend argue over who is the best golfer in the world. Which of your responses would represent an ad hominem argument?
A) "Everyone knows that it is Tiger Woods."
B) "You just like Tiger Woods because you do not know how to golf."
C) "I think that the winner of the last big tournament is the best."
D) "I am right, you are wrong, end of story!"

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Choice B attacks the person's character and ability to golf rather than addressing the argument itself. It is an ad hominem argument. The other choices do not attack the person making the argument.

You and a Friend Argue Over Who Is the Best