Let denote the set of all real numbers. Let for . Define the functions , , and by
If for every , then the coefficient of in is
Let denote the set of all real numbers. Let for . Define the functions , , and by
If for every , then the coefficient of in is
Official answer: C
Condition on f − g.
A real cubic always has a real root. So everywhere forces , and then the quadratic part must have no real root.
Coefficient of in . The terms cancel.