The following argument commits the ad hominem fallacy: "John believes the Earth is flat,but you should not believe him.He smells funny."

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An argument commits the ad hominem fallacy when, instead of addressing the content of someone's claims, the argument instead attacks irrelevant aspects of the person's character or circumstances. Even a funny smelling person might present a good argument for believing that the Earth is round.

The Following Argument Commits the Ad Hominem Fallacy: "John Believes