For what value of $a$ does the equation $(a^2 - a - 2)x^2 + (a^2 - 4)x + a^2 - 3a + 2 = 0$ have more than two solutions?

  • A
    $2$
  • B
    $1$
  • C
    $-2$
  • D
    Not possible

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