To calculate the population of the town after 5 years, we need to start with the initial population, which is 2,500, and subtract the total decrease over 5 years.
The town is decreasing at a rate of 35 people each year. Therefore, over 5 years, the total decrease will be:
Total Decrease = Decrease per Year × Number of Years
Total Decrease = 35 × 5 = 175
Now, we will subtract the total decrease from the initial population:
Population after 5 Years = Initial Population – Total Decrease
Population after 5 Years = 2500 – 175 = 2325
So, the population of the town after 5 years will be 2,325.