The population of a town was 27,600 when the first official population was recorded. If the population decreased 350 people per year, how many people lived in the town 15 years later?
A) 22,000
B) 22,700
C) 22,350
D) 5250

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The population decreases by 350 people per year. Over 15 years, the decrease is 350 * 15 = 5,250 people. Subtracting this from the initial population: 27,600 - 5,250 = 22,350.

The Population of a Town Was 27,600 When the First