From the figure, we know that \( \angle DAB = 55^\circ \) and since \( \angle DAB \) and \( \angle DEC \) are alternate interior angles (formed by the transversal \( AB \) and the parallel lines \( DE \) and \( AB \)), we can conclude that:
\[
\angle DEC = 65^\circ
\]
Thus, the correct answer is 65°.