Answer:
x = 16
y = 5
Explanation:
The three sides of an equilateral triangle are equal. Therefore:
3x + 1 = 49
Solve for x.
3x + 1 - 1 = 49 - 1
3x = 48
3x/3 = 48/3
x = 16
Also
18y - 41 = 49
Solve for y.
18y - 41 + 41 = 49 + 41
18y = 90
18y/18 = 90/18
y = 5