Answer:
x= 28
Explanation:
The angles both sum up to 180°. So, the equation would be: 39+(5x+1)= 180.
Step 1- Add common numbers.
(39+1)+5x= 180
40+5x= 180
Step 2- Subtract 40 to both sides.
40+5x= 180
-40 -40
5x= 140
Step 3- Divide both sides by 5.
5x= 140
5 5
x= 28