[jpsb]

There are 49 dogs signed up to compete in the dog show. There are 36 more small dogs than large dogs signed up to compete. How many small dogs are signed up to compete?

[MayflowerMadam]

Isn’t it simple addition — 49 plus 36? No mention of percentages or anything. Or am I missing something?

[metmom]

There are 49 dogs signed up to compete in the dog show. There are 36 more small dogs than large dogs signed up to compete. How many small dogs are signed up to compete?

36