Solve the Equation $\ln \left( x ^ { 2 } + 5 x \right) = \ln \left( x ^ { 2 } + 20 \right)$

question 211

Essay

Solve the equation. $\ln \left( x ^ { 2 } + 5 x \right) = \ln \left( x ^ { 2 } + 20 \right)$ If there is more than one solution, separate your answers with commas.

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