1. The problem asks if the number 2 is a solution to the equation $$3 - p = 1$$. 2. To check, substitute $$p = 2$$ into the equation. 3. Substitute: $$3 - 2 = 1$$. 4. Simplify the left side: $$3 - 2 = 1$$. 5. Since $$1 = 1$$ is true, the equation holds when $$p = 2$$. 6. Therefore, 2 is a solution to the equation $$3 - p = 1$$.