To solve the inequality:

\[
\frac{x - 1}{x + 1} < \frac{2}{x - 1}
\]

we will proceed step by step.

### Step 1: Bring both terms to a common denominator
To combine the fractions, we first multiply both sides of the inequality by \((x + 1)(x - 1)\), the least common denominator (LCD). However, we must account for the possibility that these factors may change the direction of the inequality. Specifically:

- \(x - 1 > 0 \quad \text{for} \quad x > 1\)
- \(x - 1 < 0 \quad \text{for} \quad x < 1\)
- \(x + 1 > 0 \quad \text{for} \quad x > -1\)

Let's assume for now that \(x \neq 1\) and \(x \neq -1\) since they make the denominators zero.

### Step 2: Simplify and solve
Multiplying both sides of the inequality by \((x + 1)(x - 1)\), we get:

\[
(x - 1)^2 < 2(x + 1)
\]

Expand both sides:

\[
(x - 1)^2 = x^2 - 2x + 1
\]
\[
2(x + 1) = 2x + 2
\]

The inequality becomes:

\[
x^2 - 2x + 1 < 2x + 2
\]

### Step 3: Rearrange the inequality
Move all terms to one side of the inequality:

\[
x^2 - 2x + 1 - 2x - 2 < 0
\]
\[
x^2 - 4x - 1 < 0
\]

### Step 4: Solve the quadratic inequality
We solve the quadratic equation \(x^2 - 4x - 1 = 0\) using the quadratic formula:

\[
x = \frac{-(-4) \pm \sqrt{(-4)^2 - 4(1)(-1)}}{2(1)}
\]
\[
x = \frac{4 \pm \sqrt{16 + 4}}{2}
\]
\[
x = \frac{4 \pm \sqrt{20}}{2}
\]
\[
x = \frac{4 \pm 2\sqrt{5}}{2}
\]
\[
x = 2 \pm \sqrt{5}
\]

Thus, the solutions for the quadratic are \(x = 2 + \sqrt{5}\) and \(x = 2 - \sqrt{5}\).

### Step 5: Test intervals
Now, we test the intervals determined by the solutions \(x = 2 + \sqrt{5}\) and \(x = 2 - \sqrt{5}\). Keep in mind that \(x \neq 1\) and \(x \neq -1\).

Check the intervals:

1. \(x < 2 - \sqrt{5}\)
2. \(2 - \sqrt{5} < x < 1\)
3. \(1 < x < 2 + \sqrt{5}\)
4. \(x > 2 + \sqrt{5}\)

By evaluating the sign of the quadratic expression in each interval, we can find where the inequality holds true.

### Final Solution:
The solution for the inequality will be the intervals where the quadratic expression \(x^2 - 4x - 1 < 0\), excluding \(x = 1\) where the original inequality becomes undefined.

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### Related questions:
1. How do you solve quadratic inequalities step by step?
2. Can you explain the significance of the quadratic formula?
3. What happens if we multiply both sides of an inequality by a negative number?
4. How do you test intervals in inequality solutions?
5. Can you explain the behavior of rational functions at undefined points?

**Tip:** Always check if multiplying or dividing both sides of an inequality by a variable expression can reverse the inequality sign.

Learn how to solve the rational inequality (x-1)/(x+1) < 2/(x-1) using step-by-step techniques. This problem covers key algebraic concepts like finding a common denominator, simplifying expressions, and applying the quadratic formula. Suitable for high school students in Grades 10-12.

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