Question

Translate this sentence into an equation.

22 less than Jose's height is 44.
Use the variable j to represent Jose's height.

Answer 1

j-22=44, j=66

Explanation:

22 less than j means you subtract 22 from j (j-22). j-22 should equal to 44. What minus 22 equals 44? 66 does so that is the answer.

Answer 2

22-j=44

Explanation: