Match the following:
In the following, \( [x] \) denotes the greatest integer less than or equal to \( x \). 
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
For x < 0:
f(x) = ex + ax
For x ≥ 0:
f(x) = b(x - 1)2
Minerals are the naturally occurring, homogeneous inorganic solid substances. They are having a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure, hardness and color. For example, copper pyrite, calamine, etc.

Impurities in an ore are called gauge. The removal of a gauge from the ore is called concentration ore.
Several steps are involved in the extraction of pure metal from ores. Major steps are as follows –