Question

Look at the picture. Solve for y

Answer 1

Answer:

y = 5

Step-by-step explanation:

Equation:

m<DGF = m<DGE + m<EGF

Given:

m<DGF = 12y - 5

m<DGE = 5y + 6

m<EGF = 24

Work:

m<DGF = m<DGE + m<EGF

12y - 5 = 5y + 6 + 24

12y - 5 = 5y + 30

12y - 5y = 30 + 5

7y = 35

y = 5