The graph of function $f$ contains the points $P(1, 2)$ and $Q(s, r)$. The equation of the secant line through $P$ and $Q$ is $y = \left( \frac{s^2 + 2s - 3}{s - 1} \right) x - 1 - s$. The value of $f'(1)$ is:

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $3$
  • C
    $4$
  • D
    non-existent

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