Consider the function $f(x) = x \cos x - \sin x$. Identify the correct statement.

  • A
    $f$ is neither odd nor even.
  • B
    $f$ is monotonically decreasing at $x = 0$.
  • C
    $f$ has a maxima at $x = \pi$.
  • D
    $f$ has a minima at $x = -\pi$.

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