Calculus of Powers

Can we find the area of the triangle created by a common tangent?
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Prove that the curves \(y^2 = 16x\) and \(y = x^2 + 3\) touch at the point \((1,4)\). Prove also that the common tangent at this point forms with the axes a triangle of unit area.

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Calculus of Powers

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Can we find the area of the triangle created by a common tangent?
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