Question

write the sentence as an equation. z is the same as 163 less than j type a slash ( / ) if you want to use a division sign.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze "163 less than j"

"Less than" means subtraction, so 163 less than \( j \) is \( j - 163 \).

Step2: Relate to \( z \)

"Is the same as" means equality, so \( z \) equals \( j - 163 \), giving the equation \( z = j - 163 \).

Answer:

\( z = j - 163 \)