To solve the expression \( 226 \times (987 - 279) + 370 \), follow these steps:
Calculate the expression inside the parentheses: \[ 987 - 279 = 708 \]
Now substitute this back into the expression: \[ 226 \times 708 + 370 \]
Next, calculate the multiplication: \[ 226 \times 708 = 160368 \]
Finally, add 370: \[ 160368 + 370 = 160738 \]
So, the final result is: \[ \boxed{160738} \]