Solving the Inequality (x-1) / (x+2) < 1: Step-by-Step Guide

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The discussion focuses on solving the inequality (x-1) / (x+2) < 1 through algebraic manipulation. The user attempted to square both sides and factor using the difference of squares formula, resulting in the expression ((2x+1)/(x+2))((-3/(x+2)) < 0. Two cases were identified for further analysis: ((2x+1)/(x+2)) < 0 and ((-3/(x+2)) > 0, or the opposite inequalities. The user seeks clarification on how to proceed without squaring the inequality.

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I've tried squaring both sides, then moving the RHS to the LHS, then factorizing according to a2-b2=(a+b)(a-b).

I simplified, and got
((2x+1)/(x+2))((-3/(x+2)) < 0

Then there are 2 cases:
((2x+1)/(x+2)) < 0 and ((-3/(x+2)) > 0

or

((2x+1)/(x+2)) > 0 and ((-3/(x+2)) < 0

I'm not really sure how to go from here...
Please reply ASAP!

 
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No need to square.

Don't forget: |x| &lt; y[/tex], means \pm x &amp;lt; y[/tex]
 
thanks for telling me! now i see how much easier it is :)
 

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