What is the smaller value of x for which x\(^2\) - 3x + 2 = 0 ?
A
4
B
2
C
3
D
1
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
x\(^2\) - 3x + 2 = 0
x\(^2\) - 2x - x + 2 = 0
x(x - 2) - 1(x - 2) = 0
(x - 1)(x - 2) = 0
Therefore, x = 1 or 2
Hence x = 1 is the smallest value.
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