If l1||l2 in the figure shown, what is the value of x?

If l1||l2 in the figure shown, what is the value of x?
(A)    30
(B) ...
(C) ...
(D) ...
(E) ...

*This question is included in Nova Math - Problem Set J: Geometry

 
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If l1||l2 in the figure shown, what is the value of x? 
Posted: 12/08/2015 18:02
I apologize but my phone isn't allowing me to view the whole solution. Can you please explain the answer?
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Posted: 12/09/2015 13:29
Since l1 is parallel to l2, s and x are corresponding angles and therefore are congruent. Now, about any point there are 360 degrees. Hence, 5x + s = 360; substituting x for s gives 5x + x = 6x = 360. x = 60. Answer is C.