The values of $a$ for which the function $f(x) = (a + 2)x^3 - 3ax^2 + 9ax - 1$ decreases monotonically for all real $x$ are:

  • A
    $a < -2$
  • B
    $a > -2$
  • C
    $-3 < a < 0$
  • D
    $-\infty < a \le -3$

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