Linesl, mand n are parallel to each other and p is a transversal​

Explanation:

Since L and M are parallel lines, this means x+y = 180 due to the same side interior angles theorem. Some books refer to these angles as consecutive interior angles.

If x+y = 180, then y = 180-x.

Plug this into the equation your teacher gave you

x/y = 3/7

x/(180-x) = 3/7

7x = 3(180-x) ... cross multiply

7x = 540 - 3x

7x+3x = 540

10x = 540

x = 540/10

x = 54

Use this to find y

y = 180-x

y = 180-54

y = 126

Then notice how x/y = 54/126 = 3/7, which helps confirm we have the correct x and y values.

Divide both parts of the first fraction by 18 to fully reduce.

Now because angles y and z are alternate exterior angles, this must mean z = y = 126 degrees

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