College Algebra: Concepts Through Functions (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780134686967
Author: Michael Sullivan, Michael Sullivan III
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5.2, Problem 77AYU
a.
To determine
The equation of a parabola with the dimensions 630 feet high and 630 feet wide.
b.
To determine
The height of a parabola found in part (a) for the various widths.
c.
To determine
Compare the given heights with the result of (b) and check whether the heights found in part (b) support the notion that the Arch is in the shape of parabola.
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