Answer and Step-by-step explanation:
We are told that l and k are parallel (which is shown with the || symbol).
Line <em>n</em> therefore, is a transversal (a line that intersects two parallel lines).
We are now told to find y and x.
Since we know the lines are parallel, we can use the vertical angles theorem to say that y is equal to 4x - 15.
With angle 71, we can say that the angle that is to the left of (4x - 15) is also 71. When these two are added together, they equal 180. So let's do that.
71 + 4x - 15 = 180
Subtract 71, add 15, then divide by 4.
4x - 15 = 109
4x = 124
x = 31
<u>31 is equal to x.</u>
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Now, we plug it into the equation so that it will equal to y.
4(31) - 15 = y
124 - 15 = y
y = 109
<u>109 is equal to y.</u>
We can verify this by using the supplementary angles theorem for y and 71, when 71 is above y. When y and 71 is added together, they add up to 180. So, 180 - 71 is equal to 109, which is y.
<u>31 is equal to x.</u>
<u>109 is equal to y.</u>
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