If QR=x+29 and PS=x–16, what is the value of x?

Answer:
61
Step-by-step explanation:
PS is a midsegment of the triangle, so is half the length of the parallel base segment.
2PS = QR
2(x -16) = x +29 . . . . . substitute given expressions
2x -32 = x +29 . . . . . eliminate parentheses
x = 61 . . . . . . . . . . . . add 32-x