Explanation

Evaluate the relationship between the quantities by plugging in values for x.

If x = 2, then Quantity A is \(\frac{1}{9}\) and Quantity B is \(\frac{1}{4}\); Quantity B is greater, so eliminate answer choices
(A) and (C).

Now, if x = 3, then Quantity A is \(\frac{1}{27}\)and Quantity B is \(\frac{-1}{8}\); Quantity A is now greater, so eliminate choice (B), and you’re left with choice (D).