Question

Please help me solve this equation

Answer 1

m<U = 38degrees

Explanation:

From the given diagram, <B = <U since both triangles are similar, hence;

Hence;

2y+2 = 3y-16

2y - 3y = -16 - 2

-y = -18

y = 18

Get m<U

m<U = 3y-16

m<U = 3(18) -16

m<U = 54 - 16

m<U = 38degrees