Using potential energy graph, find particle turning point

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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations


Emec - PE = KE

The Attempt at a Solution


When particle starts at x = 4 KE = .5(.25)(225) = 28.125
Energy of system = 28.125
I don't have anything with position here so i am unsure how to find what position that the energy will be equal to the Emec and turn the particle around
 

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I think i need to use force here and force is dPE(X)/dx
 
yes i solved it i should have marked solved i am not careful i am overwhelmed i have final exam Tuesday and a million physics homeworks and presentations and stuff omg