Let $X$ be a random variable representing the number of heads obtained when three fair coins are tossed simultaneously. Find the value of $P(X = 2)$.

  • A
    $\frac{3}{8}$
  • B
    $\frac{5}{8}$
  • C
    $\frac{1}{8}$
  • D
    $\frac{3}{4}$

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