How do you solve 2d - 3= 8d + 15?

1 Answer

d = -3

Explanation:

First, we get like terms on the same side.

Subtract 2d from both sides.

-3 = 6d + 15

Subtract 15 from both sides.

-18 = 6d

Then, get d by itself.

Divide by 6 on both sides.

-3 = d