Use the sequence feature of a graphing calculator to evaluate the sum of the first 10 terms of the arithmetic sequence.
Round to the nearest thousandth, if necessary.
-The beginning population of a town was 36,000. If the population decreased by 250 people per year, how many people lived in the town 15 years later?
A) 3750
B) 32,500
C) 32,250
D) 32,000

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The population decreases by 250 people each year. After 15 years, the decrease is 15 * 250 = 3750. Subtracting this from the initial population of 36,000 gives 36,000 - 3750 = 32,250.

Use the Sequence Feature of a Graphing Calculator to Evaluate