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The function $p$ given by $p(x)=145-3x$ gives the number of blank sheets of paper, $p(x)$, remaining in a printer $x$ days after the printer had been loaded with paper. Which statement is the best interpretation of $p(5)=130$?

A

The number of blank sheets of paper remaining in the printer decreased by a total of 5 sheets after 130 days.

B

There were 5 blank sheets of paper remaining in the printer 130 days after the printer had been loaded with paper.

C

There were 130 blank sheets of paper remaining in the printer 5 days after the printer had been loaded with paper.

D

The number of blank sheets of paper remaining in the printer decreased by a total of 130 sheets after 5 days.