Question

Please help with Geometry

Answer 1

The value of y in the triangle is 5.

The Triangle WXY and WYZ are congruent, Hence, the measure of its sides are the same .

To solve for y :

2y + 7 = 5y - 8

2y - 5y = -8 - 7

-3y = -15

y = 15/3

y = 5

Therefore, the value of y is 5