Solved: A satellite dish, like the one shown below, is in the shape of a parabolic

Chapter 7, Problem 71

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A satellite dish, like the one shown below, is in the shape of a parabolic surface. Signals coming from a satellite strike the surface of the dish and are reflected to the focus, where the receiver is located. The satellite dish shown has a diameter of 12 feet and a depth of 2 feet. How far from the base of the dish should the receiver be placed?

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