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The diagram shows part of the curve \(y = \ln \left( 5 - x ^ { 2 } \right)\) which meets the \(x\)-axis at the point \(P\) with coordinates \(( 2,0 )\). The tangent to the curve at \(P\) meets the \(y\)-axis at the point \(Q\). The region \(A\) is bounded by the curve and the lines \(x = 0\) and \(y = 0\). The region \(B\) is bounded by the curve and the lines \(P Q\) and \(x = 0\).
- Find the equation of the tangent to the curve at \(P\).
- Use Simpson's Rule with four strips to find an approximation to the area of the region \(A\), giving your answer correct to 3 significant figures.
- Deduce an approximation to the area of the region \(B\).