Which of the following statements is an example of the ad hominem fallacy?
A. Either we stop using fossil fuels entirely, or the planet will be destroyed.
B. My opponent claims that cutting taxes will encourage the formation of new businesses, but he's an idiot, so don't believe him.
C. We shouldn't try to regulate pesticides because air pollution is a greater health risk.
D. If we allow same-sex couples to receive legal recognition, the divorce rate for straight couples will rise.
Answer: B
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