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A bridge was built in the shape of a semi-elliptical arch, with span of 210 feet and maximal height of 75 feet. Find the height of the arch at distance of 35 feet from the center.

College Algebra

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Chapter1: Equations, Inequalities, And Mathematical Modeling

Section1.3: Modeling With Linear Equations

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A bridge was built in the shape of a semi-elliptical arch, with span of 210 feet and maximal height of 75 feet. Find the height of the arch at distance of 35 feet from the center.

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