Question

Find the measure of x and y ?

Answer 1

x = 28

y = 47

Explanation:

40 + 5x = 180 since it forms a straight line

5x = 180-40

5x = 140

Divide by 5

5x/5 = 140/5

x =28

3y-1 = 5x since they are alternate exterior angles

3y-1 = 140

Add 1

3y = 141

3y/3 = 141/3

y = 47