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document.write( "A tunnel in parabolic shape is defined by the x^2-16y=0 (dimensions measured in feet). What is its width at the base?<BR>\n" );
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document.write( "In accordance with this conception, &nbsp;your parabolic tunnel is upside down.\r<BR>\n" );
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