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JEE Main2026Apr 4, Shift 1Mathematics
Q.

Let be a real polynomial of degree such that , for all . If , then is equal to :

  1. A

  2. B

  3. C

  4. D

Solution

Degree count: , forcing .

Since , write . Then and .

Compare coefficient by coefficient.

: (taking ).

The remaining coefficient comparisons yield and . So .

Then :

Sum

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