The position of a particle as it moves along the x axis is given for t> 0 by x = (t3? 3t2 + 6t) m, where t is in s. Where is the particle when it achieves its minimum speed (after t = 0)?

A. 3 m
B. 4 m
C. 8 m
D. 2 m
E. 7 m


Answer: B

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