For the following exercises, find the area of the ellipse. The area of an ellipse is given

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For the following exercises, find the area of the ellipse. The area of an ellipse is given by the formula Area = a ⋅ b ⋅ π.

A bridge is to be built in the shape of a semi-elliptical arch and is to have a span of 120 feet. The height of the arch at a distance of 40 feet from the center is to be 8 feet. Find the height of the arch at its center.

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Precalculus

ISBN: 9781938168345

1st Edition

Authors: Jay Abramson

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