Let's simplify the given expression step-by-step:
The expression to simplify is:
[tex]\[ 13 + (-12) - (-5) \][/tex]
First, handle the addition and subtraction of integers separately.
1. Start with the first part of the expression:
[tex]\[ 13 + (-12) \][/tex]
Adding a negative number is the same as subtracting its absolute value:
[tex]\[ 13 - 12 = 1 \][/tex]
2. Now, handle the remaining part of the expression:
[tex]\[ 1 - (-5) \][/tex]
Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its absolute value:
[tex]\[ 1 + 5 = 6 \][/tex]
Therefore, the simplified result of the expression [tex]\( 13 + (-12) - (-5) \)[/tex] is:
[tex]\[ \boxed{6} \][/tex]
The best answer is:
A. 6
