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A chain fixed at its ends and subject to uniform gravitationalforce hangs in the shape of a catenary curve. A parameterizationfor this curve is r(t)= Where a and b areconstants. You have a 12 ft chain and hang it with its ends onhooks at (-5,10) and (5,10). Find the values for a and b thatdescribe the resulting curve. What is the height of the lowestpoint of the chain?

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