Is f : R → R, f(x) = x³ one-one?
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Answer: A. Yes — x₁³ = x₂³ forces x₁ = x₂
Unlike x², the cube keeps the sign: (−1)³ = −1 ≠ 1 = 1³, and real cube roots are unique.
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