Answer :
Round 23 to 24 and half it (12) since its rounded up minus 3 (minus 2 if rounded down) = 9
12 + 2 = 14
9 dogs
14 cats
12 + 2 = 14
9 dogs
14 cats
23=y+x+5 The number of animals in the shelter = dogs + cats+ 5.
18=y+x
18=y+x