Question

write the sentence as an equation.
139 increased by the product of u and 387 equals u times 209, reduced by 164

Explanation:

Step1: Translate "139 increased by product of u and 387"

$139 + 387u$

Step2: Translate "u times 209, reduced by 164"

$209u - 164$

Step3: Set the two expressions equal

$139 + 387u = 209u - 164$

Answer:

$139 + 387u = 209u - 164$