Solve the Logarithmic Equation $$\log _ { 2 } ( x - 1 ) + \log _ { 2 } ( x + 2 ) = 3$$

Multiple Choice

Solve the logarithmic equation. Round your answer to two decimal places. $$\log _ { 2 } ( x - 1 ) + \log _ { 2 } ( x + 2 ) = 3$$

A) $x = 9.00$
B) $x = 2.70$
C) $x = 3.50$
D) $x = 0.14$
E) $x = - 3.70$