It seems that there may be a typographical error in the equation you provided. Let's clarify and rewrite the equation:
If you're working with the equation \( f(x) = (x - 5) + (x - 7) = 36 \), we can simplify and solve it as follows.
- Combine like terms: \[ (x - 5) + (x - 7) = 2x - 12 \]
- Set the equation equal to 36: \[ 2x - 12 = 36 \]
- Add 12 to both sides: \[ 2x = 36 + 12 = 48 \]
- Divide by 2: \[ x = \frac{48}{2} = 24 \]
Thus, the solution to the equation is \( x = 24 \).
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