Need help for last problem in homework

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slcxow

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Nov 1, 2012

I was able to solve all my other problems for homework but I'm having problems with this one.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

A 1200 kg frictionless roller coaster starts from rest at a height of 19 m. What is its kinetic energy when it goes over a hill that is 11 m high?

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Nov 1, 2012

Hint: Conservation of energy

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