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I choose a random integer nn between 11 and 1010 inclusive. What is the probability that for the nn I chose, there exist no real solutions to the equation x(x+5)=nx(x+5) = -n? Express your answer as a common fraction.
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I choose a random integer n between 1 and 10 inclusive. What is the probability that for the n I chose, there exist no real solutions to the equation x(x+5)=−n? Express your answer as a common fraction.
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I choose a random integer $n$ between $1$ and $10$ inclusive. What is the probability that for the $n$ I chose, there exist no real solutions to the equation $x(x+5) = -n$? Express your answer as a common fraction.

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Algebra

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