Solve the Equation $( x + 7 ) ^ { 2 } = - 2 ( x + 7 ) - 1$

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Essay

Solve the equation. $( x + 7 ) ^ { 2 } = - 2 ( x + 7 ) - 1$ , x = __________ If there is more than one solution, separate your answers with commas.

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