The beginning population of a town was 33,200. If the population decreased by 350 people per year, how many people lived in the town 15 years later?
A) 27,600
B) 5250
C) 27,950
D) 28,300

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The population decreases by 350 people each year. Over 15 years, the total decrease is 350 * 15 = 5250. Subtracting this from the initial population gives 33,200 - 5250 = 27,950.

The Beginning Population of a Town Was 33,200