The type of logical fallacy used in the sentence is ad hominem. This fallacy occurs when someone attacks the character or qualifications of the person making an argument rather than addressing the argument itself. In this case, the statement dismisses the recommendation to recycle by questioning the credibility of the man based on his status as a "corrupt city planner."
Read the sentence.
That man claims we should recycle, but should we really listen to a corrupt city planner?
Which type of logical fallacy is used in the sentence?
Responses
straw man
straw man
ad hominem
ad hominem
bandwagon
bandwagon
exaggeration
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