Which of the following answers gives the best estimate for x

Question

given the following equation?

−2x+902=1,518


(1 point)
Responses

−600
negative 600

300
300

−300
negative 300

600

Answer 1

To solve for \( x \) in the equation \( -2x + 902 = 1,518 \), we can follow these steps:

1. Subtract 902 from both sides: \[ -2x = 1,518 - 902 \] \[ -2x = 616 \]

2. Divide both sides by -2: \[ x = \frac{616}{-2} \] \[ x = -308 \]

Given the options provided, the closest estimate for \( x \) is −300 (negative 300).