An arch is in the shape of a parabola. It has a span of 350 feet and a maximum height of 25 feet. Find the equation of the parabola (assuming the origin is halfway between the arch's feet). Determine the height of the arch 104 feet from the center.

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An arch is in the shape of a parabola. It has a span of 350 feet and a maximum height of 25 feet. Find the equation of the parabola (assuming the origin is halfway between the arch's feet). Determine the height of the arch 104 feet from the center.

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