(x-2)+(y+7)

The given expression \((x-2) + (y+7)\) can be simplified by combining the terms.

Here’s the step-by-step simplification:

1. Distribute the addition: \[ (x - 2) + (y + 7) = x - 2 + y + 7 \]

2. Combine like terms: \[ x + y - 2 + 7 = x + y + 5 \]

So, the simplified form of the expression is: \[ x + y + 5 \]