The altitudes of a star at upper and lower transits of a star are 70°20' and 20°40' respectively; both the transits being on the north side of zenith of the place. Find the declination of the star and the latitude of the place of observation.

The altitudes of a star at upper and lower transits of a star are 70°20' and 20°40' respectively; both the transits being on the north side of zenith of the place. Find the declination of the star and the latitude of the place of observation.

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