If \(x\) and \(y\) are nonzero integers, is \(x^y < y^x ?\)

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If \(x\) and \(y\) are nonzero integers, is \(x^y < y^x ?\)

(1) \(x = y^2\)
(2) \(y > 2\)

Answer: C

Source: Official Guide