(x-1)=2

To solve the equation \( (x - 1) = 2 \), you need to isolate \( x \). Here are the steps:

1. Add 1 to both sides of the equation: \[ x - 1 + 1 = 2 + 1 \]

2. This simplifies to: \[ x = 3 \]

So, the solution is \( x = 3 \).