To find: The required positions of the length of the string.
Answer to Problem 56E
The centre is at
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The given semi elliptical fireplace arch is,
Concept used:
Write the standard equation of anellipseof horizontal major axis.
Write the standard equation of anellipseof vertical major axis.
The foci lie on the major axis,
The given semi elliptical fireplace arch is,
From the given figure,
The foci lie on the major axis,
The centre is at
The length of the string is calculated as,
Thus, the centre is at
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