Solved: Construction of a Semielliptical Arch A fireplace arch is to be constructed in

Chapter 10, Problem 96

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Construction of a Semielliptical Arch A fireplace arch is to be constructed in the shape of a semiellipse. The opening is to have a height of 2 feet at the center and a width of 5 feet along the base (see figure). The contractor draws the outline of the ellipse by the method shown in Exercise 95. Where should the tacks be placed and what should be the length of the piece of string?

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