Which of the following answers gives the best estimate for x given the following equation?

x50−94=189
15,000

150

1,500

150,000

1 answer

To find the best estimate for x, we can rearrange the given equation:
x = 50 - 94 + 189
x = 145
Out of the answer choices, 150 is the closest estimate to 145. Therefore, the best estimate for x is 150.