If $F = 2x^2 - 3x - 2$,then select the correct statement.

  • A
    $x = 2$ is the position of stable equilibrium.
  • B
    $x = -1/2$ is the position of unstable equilibrium.
  • C
    $x = -1/2$ is the position of stable equilibrium.
  • D
    $x = 2$ is the position of neutral equilibrium.

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