The potential energy of a particle is related to the $x$ coordinate by the equation $U = x^2 - 2x$. The particle will be in stable equilibrium at:

  • A
    $x = 0.5$
  • B
    $x = 1$
  • C
    $x = 2$
  • D
    $x = 4$

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