If \(P = |22x - x^2 - 100|,\) where \(x\) is an integer, then what is the maximum value of \(x\) for which \(P\) takes

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If \(P = |22x - x^2 - 100|,\) where \(x\) is an integer, then what is the maximum value of \(x\) for which \(P\) takes the minimum possible value?

A. 6
B. 7
C. 11
D. 15
E. 16

Answer: E

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