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Which expression is equivalent to:

(7d+3)-(8-5d)


A.2d-5

B.2d + 5

C.12d-11

D.12d-5

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I think it’s D, sorry if I’m wrong ! I hope this helps !!
User Itzik Samara
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Answer:

D. 12d - 5

Explanation:

eliminate parenthesis. you can just drop the first set, but distribute the negative through the second set.

7d + 3 - 8 + 5d

combine like terms

12d - 5

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