What is the value of x?
(1) x^6 = |x|
(2) x^3 = x
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Correct Answer: E.
Solution:
Statement (1): This tells us that x must be 1, -1, or 0. No other number will satisfy this equation. Insufficient.
Statement (2): This also tells us that x must be 1, -1, or 0. Insufficient.
Statement (1) + (2): This gives us no new information. Insufficient.