170 = j + 744

j = ?

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To solve for \( j \) in the equation \( 170 = j + 744 \), you can isolate \( j \) by subtracting 744 from both sides:

\[ j = 170 - 744 \]

Calculating the right side:

\[ j = -574 \]

So, \( j = -574 \).