1. Ad hominem fallacy: This fallacy occurs when someone attacks the person making an argument, rather than addressing the argument itself. It involves dismissing or discrediting someone's opinion based on irrelevant personal characteristics or actions.
Example: "You shouldn't listen to her opinion on climate change because she drives a gas-guzzling SUV."
2. Straw man fallacy: This fallacy involves misrepresenting someone else's argument to make it easier to attack or defeat. It occurs when someone presents a distorted or exaggerated version of an opponent's argument, rather than addressing the actual points made.
Example: "My opponent believes that we should completely open our borders and let anyone enter the country. That would lead to chaos and an overwhelming number of criminals flooding in."
Mention two fallacies
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