Use a method of your choice to solve the equation.
-$$x + 1 = \frac { 10 } { x }$$
A) $x = - 3.70$ or $x = 2.70$
B) $x = - 3.20$ or $x = 3.20$
C) $x = - 2.70$ or $x = 3.70$
D) $x = 1$

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Multiply both sides by $x$ to get rid of the fraction:$$x(x + 1) = 10$$$$x^2 + x = 10$$$$x^2 + x - 10 = 0$$$$(x - 2)(x + 5) = 0$$$$x = 2, -5$$

Use a Method of Your Choice to Solve the Equation x+1=10xx + 1 = \frac { 10 } { x }x+1=x10​

Use a Method of Your Choice to Solve the Equation $x + 1 = \frac { 10 } { x }$