Question

write the sentence as an equation.
j reduced by 168 is equal to 160

Explanation:

Step1: Interpret "j reduced by 168"

"Reduced by" means subtraction, so this translates to $j - 168$.

Step2: Set equal to 160

The phrase "is equal to" means we set the previous expression equal to 160.

Answer:

$j - 168 = 160$