Solve the following equation for d. 2 (7d+2) + 5d = 156 A. 10 B. 2 C. 8 D. 4

C. 8

Step-by-step explanation:

First distribute (multiply) the 2 to the 7d and 2

14d + 4 + 5d = 156

Then combine like terms (add 14d and 5d)

19d + 4 = 156

Subtract 4 from 156

19d = 152

Divide 152 by 19

d = 8