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How do I find X and Y and what's the answer ​

How do I find X and Y and what's the answer ​-example-1

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Answer:

x = 77, y = 63

Explanation:

x - 5 = 72 ( corresponding angles )

x = 77

The 3 angles on the straight line sum to 180°, that is

x - 5 + 51 + y - 6 = 180, that is

72 + 51 + y - 6 = 180

117 + y = 180 ( subtract 117 from both sides )

y = 63

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