Solve.
-The population of a town was 27,200 at the beginning of 1970 . If the population decreased 300 people per year, how many people lived in the town at the beginning of 1985 ?
A) 22,700
B) 4500
C) 23,000
D) 22,400

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The population decreases by 300 people per year. From 1970 to 1985 is 15 years. So, the total decrease is 300 people/year * 15 years = 4500 people. The population at the beginning of 1985 is 27,200 - 4,500 = 22,700.

Solve. -The Population of a Town Was 27,200 at the Beginning