MATHEMATICS

JAMB 2000 - Question 21

Mathematics 2000 JAMB Past Questions - Question 21: Solve the inequality 2 - x > x²

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
Solve the inequality 2 - x > x²
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

2 - x > x ² 2 - x - x ² > 0(x+2)(x-1) < 0Either (x + 2) > 0 and (x - 1) < 0.x + 2 > 0 ? x > -2.-2 < x < 1