Question

what is the value of y? 26° 48.4°

Explanation:

Step1: Identify angle - sum relationship

The sum of the angles $26^{\circ}$, $48.4^{\circ}$ and $y$ is a right - angle (assuming the vertical and horizontal lines are perpendicular, forming a $90^{\circ}$ angle). So $26 + 48.4+y=90$.

Step2: Solve for $y$

$y = 90-(26 + 48.4)$. First, calculate $26+48.4 = 74.4$. Then $y=90 - 74.4=15.6$. There was a mis - understanding above. The angle $y$ is the non - right angle formed by the two non - perpendicular lines. So $y=26 + 48.4=74.4$.

Answer:

$74.4$