The value of x at which y is minimum for y = x2 − 3x + 1 is
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The value of x at which y is minimum for y = x2 − 3x + 1 is
- A.
-3/2
- B.
3/2
- C.
0
- D.
-5/4
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Correct answer: B
The function y = x^2 - 3x + 1 is a quadratic equation representing a parabola opening upwards. The minimum value occurs at the vertex, where x = -b / (2a). Substituting a = 1 and b = -3, we get x = -(-3) / (2 * 1) = 3/2.