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Line and angle proofs

Problem

TV is parallel to WX.
Parallel lines T V and W X. On line T V, there is a point U. On Line W X, there is a point Y. Line segment W U is perpendicular to line T V. Line segment V Y is perpendicular to line W X. There is a transversal line through points W and V.
Cody constructed:
  • WU perpendicular to TV such that U is on TV
  • VY perpendicular to WX such that Y is on WX
Cody noticed that UWVYVW using the Hypotenuse-Leg congruency postulate.
What theorem can Cody prove using these congruent triangles?
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