Final answer:
The expression evaluates to 200.3, which is not equal to 3 and doesn't match any of the given options A, B, C, or D. The question itself seems to contain an error as none of the options are close to 200.3.
Step-by-step explanation:
To evaluate the expression (7 x 22 + 48.3 - 2) = 3, let's break it down step by step:
First, we need to perform the multiplication, following the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS):
Next, we add 48.3 to the result:
Then we subtract 2 from that sum:
Finally, we compare the result with 3, but as it stands, this expression is not equal to 3:
Therefore, the original expression is incorrect if we assume that the 'equals' sign is actually meant to be an 'equals' and not indicative of the next step in the calculation. However, if we consider the question in a different light, where 'equal to 3' references a multiple choice answer, the correct evaluation of the given expression (without the '= 3') is indeed 200.3, and we need to select the option closest to this value. Reviewing the options provided, none of them is remotely close to 200.3, indicating a possible error in the question itself. In any case, our evaluation process is precise and correctly handled with appropriate significant figures and rounding as necessary.