To add the expressions \( (4d - 3) + (12d + 4) \), follow these steps:
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Combine the like terms for \( d \): \[ 4d + 12d = 16d \]
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Combine the constant terms: \[ -3 + 4 = 1 \]
Now, put it all together: \[ 16d + 1 \]
So, the result of adding \( (4d - 3) + (12d + 4) \) is: \[ \boxed{16d + 1} \]