All non-zero coefficients of the polynomial $f(x)$ equal $1$, while the sum of the coefficients is $20$. Is it possible that thirteen coefficients of $f^2(x)$ equal $9$? (S. Ivanov, K. Kokhas)
Source: 2020 Tuymaada Junior P2
Tags: algebra, polynomial
All non-zero coefficients of the polynomial $f(x)$ equal $1$, while the sum of the coefficients is $20$. Is it possible that thirteen coefficients of $f^2(x)$ equal $9$? (S. Ivanov, K. Kokhas)