Question: What is the solution to the inequality: x^2 + 4x < 5?

Options:

1. x < 1 or x > -5
2. x < -1 or x > 5
3. x < -5 or x > 1
4. x > -5 and x < 1

Correct Answer: x > -5 and x < 1

Solution:

Step 1: Rearrange: x^2 + 4x - 5 < 0. Step 2: Factor: (x + 5)(x - 1) < 0. Step 3: Solution is -5 < x < 1.