If a parabola defined by f(x)=2−x2 is inscribed under equilateral triangle ABC, so that the parabola is tangent at P and Q.( see figure) Calculate the EXACT coordinates of P and Q.

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If a parabola defined by f(x)=2−x2 is inscribed under equilateral triangle ABC, so that the parabola is tangent at P and Q.( see figure) Calculate the EXACT coordinates of P and Q.

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