$F = 2x^2 - 3x - 2$. Choose correct option

  • A

    $x = - 1/2$ is position of stable equilibrium

  • B

    $x = 2$ is position of stable equilibrium

  • C

    $x = - 1/2$ is position of unstable equilibrium

  • D

    $x= 2$ is position of neutral equilibrium

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