Question

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Answer 1

Answer:

x = - $\frac{1}{7}$

Step-by-step explanation:

5 + x² = (x + 1)(x + 6)

5 + x² = x² + 7x + 6

5 = 7x + 6

-1 = 7x

x = - $\frac{1}{7}$

So, the root of the equation is -$\frac{1}{7}$.