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To solve for \( y \) in this figure, we will use the fact that \( \overline{KM} \) is an angle bisector of \( \angle JKL \). Since \( KM \) bisects the angle, it means the two smaller angles created by the bisector are equal.

Given:
1. \( \angle JKL = 54^\circ \).
2. The bisected angles are labeled as \( (y - 29)^\circ \).

Since \( KM \) bisects \( \angle JKL \), each of the two smaller angles is half of \( 54^\circ \):
\[
(y - 29)^\circ = \frac{54^\circ}{2} = 27^\circ
\]

Now, we solve for \( y \):
\[
y - 29 = 27
\]
\[
y = 27 + 29
\]
\[
y = 56
\]

### Answer:
\[
y = 56
\]

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Here are 5 related questions for further practice:
1. What would be the value of \( y \) if \( \angle JKL \) were \( 60^\circ \) instead?
2. How would the solution change if \( KM \) were not an angle bisector?
3. If \( \angle JKL \) were changed, how would that affect each bisected angle?
4. What does it mean geometrically for a line to be an angle bisector?
5. How can we verify that the two angles are equal when \( KM \) is an angle bisector?

**Tip:** Always check if there’s symmetry in a problem; it often simplifies calculations.

Find the value of y in the figure below if KM is an angle bisector.

Learn how to find the value of y in a geometry problem where an angle bisector divides a given angle into two equal parts. This problem involves basic algebra and the angle bisector theorem, suitable for students in Grades 8-10.

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