Question on energy conservation with centripetal acceleratio

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Homework Statement


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The right answer is E, and I have no idea how to solve this problem.

Please advise on how to proceed. Thanks in advance.

Homework Equations


conservation of mechanical energy??

The Attempt at a Solution


Many attempts were done, but I am lacking on theory with this. How and why should I choose E and eliminate the other answers?

Thanks!
 
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UPDATE: I was able to figure out why I and II are wrong, but I am now stuck on roman numeral III.

Thanks in advance for the help
 
Consider the speed, v, at point B. How does this relate to H? How does it relate to the centripetal force at B?