To evaluate the expression [tex]\(12 + (5 - 3)\)[/tex], we need to follow the order of operations, often remembered by the acronym PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), and Addition and Subtraction (from left to right)).
Here are the steps:
1. Parentheses: First, evaluate the expression within the parentheses.
[tex]\(5 - 3 = 2\)[/tex]
2. Combine: Substitute the result back into the main expression.
[tex]\(12 + 2\)[/tex]
3. Addition: Finally, perform the addition.
[tex]\(12 + 2 = 14\)[/tex]
The evaluated expression [tex]\(12 + (5 - 3)\)[/tex] equals 14.
So, the correct choice is not among A, B, C, or D. Based on the choices and the evaluated result, it seems the correct solution should be an option not listed here. The correct answer should be 14.
