Q. The number of real solution(s) of the equation $x^2+3x+2=\min\{|x-3|,|x+2|\}$ is :

A) 1
B) 0
C) 2
D) 3
Explanation

[Solution by Dr. Abubacker] $|x-3|\le|x+2|$ for $x\ge\frac12$, otherwise the minimum is $|x+2|$. For $x<\frac12$: $x^2+3x+2=|x+2|$ gives $x=0$ or $x=-2$ (both valid). For $x\ge\frac12$: $x^2+3x+2=|x-3|$ gives $x^2+4x-1=0$ with $x=-2\pm\sqrt5$, neither $\ge\frac12$ (and $x^2+2x+5=0$ has no real root for $x\ge3$). So there are $2$ solutions. Answer (3).

Dr. Abubacker
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker

Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.

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