If a=bc-d, find d given that a=-16, b=3, c=5

d = 31

Step-by-step explanation:

a = bc - d

Substitute a = - 16, b = 3 and c = 5:

-16 = (3) (5) - d

-16 = 15 - d subtract 15 from both sides

-16 - 15 = 15 - 15 - d

-31 = - d change the signs

31 = d