what is the value of y?

Answer:
y = 54
Step-by-step explanation:
We know the sum of the angles of a triangle are 180
72+y+y = 180
Combine like terms
72 + 2y = 180
Subtract 72 from each side
72-72 +2y = 180-72
2y = 108
Divide each side by 2
2y/2 = 108/2
y = 54