Find the appropriate parametrization for the given piecewise smooth-curvein R^2, with the implied orientation.  The curve C, which goes along the circle of radius 3, from the point(3,0) above the x-axis to the point (-3,0), and then in a straight line along the x-axis back to (3,0).

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Find the appropriate parametrization for the given piecewise smooth-curvein R^2, with the implied orientation. 

The curve C, which goes along the circle of radius 3, from the point(3,0) above the x-axis to the point (-3,0), and then in a straight line along the x-axis back to (3,0). 

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