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The function \(f(x) = \frac{x}{2} + \frac{2}{x}\) has a local minimum at:

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Check second derivative to distinguish maxima and minima.

Updated On: Mar 23, 2026

\(x=2\)
\(x=-2\)
\(x=0\)
x=1

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The Correct Option is A

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