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The curve C, which is a type of cardioid, is given by

x=2cos⁡t(1−cos⁡t)y=2sin⁡t(1−cos⁡t)

where 0≤t<2π.

The cardioid intersects the y axis at the points P and R, and the x axis at S.

The tangents to the cardioid at P and R intersect at the point Q.

Find the area of the quadrilateral PQRS.


Give your answer below, to three significant figures where necessary.