What is the Solution to This Inequality Problem?

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The forum discussion centers on solving the inequality problem: (1/x + 1)/(1/x - 1) < 2. Participants clarify that the left-hand side simplifies to (1 + x)/(1 - x), and the solution involves determining the intervals where the inequality holds true. The final solution is confirmed as (-∞, 0) ∪ (0, 1/3) ∪ (1, ∞). The discussion also highlights the importance of recognizing undefined expressions, particularly at x = 0, and the implications of multiplying inequalities by variable expressions.

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can't be 1/3 can be -1 yup..

Still can't be 0 :smile:


Try using 0 in the equation without simplifying if you wonder why..
 

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