Two roots of the cubic equation $x^3 + 3x^2 + kx + 12 = 0$ are real and unequal but have the same absolute value. Find the value of $k$.

  • A
    $4$
  • B
    $-4$
  • C
    $6$
  • D
    $-9$

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