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d=3

↓Steps Explained:↓

Solve for d

d + 2 + d = 8

Group the d terms on the left:

(1 + 1)d = 2d

Form modified equation

2d + 2 = + 8

Group constants

Group our constants 2 and 8.
subtract 2 from both sides

2d + 2 - 2 = 8 - 2

Cancel 2 on the left side:

2d = 6

Divide each side of the equation by 2

2d
2
=
  
6
2

d = 3

Final Answer

d=3
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