To solve the equation \( 69 + (87 - p) = 103 \), follow these steps:
Start by simplifying the equation: \[ 69 + 87 - p = 103 \]
Combine the constants: \[ 156 - p = 103 \]
To isolate \( p \), subtract 156 from both sides: \[ -p = 103 - 156 \] \[ -p = -53 \]
Multiply both sides by -1 to solve for \( p \): \[ p = 53 \]
So, the solution is \( p = 53 \).