Question 810235
{{{10+(x+2)=31}}} Start with the given equation.



{{{10+x+2=31}}} Remove parenthesis (they aren't necessary).



{{{x+12=31}}} Combine like terms on the left side.



{{{x=31-12}}} Subtract {{{12}}} from both sides.



{{{x=19}}} Combine like terms on the right side.



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Answer:


So the solution is {{{x=19}}}