1. Let's clarify the problem: You mentioned that when you add, the result is not 2 but 3. 2. To understand this, we need to know what numbers or expressions you are adding. 3. For example, if you add $1 + 1$, the result is $2$. 4. But if you add $1 + 2$, the result is $3$. 5. So, the sum depends on the numbers involved. 6. If you provide the exact numbers or expressions you are adding, I can help explain why the result is 3 instead of 2. 7. Please share the specific addition problem for a detailed explanation.