Final answer:
The potential energy at point e when the total mechanical energy is 4900 J for a 100 kg object moving at 2 m/s is 4700 J.
Step-by-step explanation:
Potential energy at point e can be calculated using the equation for mechanical energy:
Mechanical Energy = Potential Energy + Kinetic Energy
Given that the total mechanical energy is 4900 J, and the mass of the object is 100 kg, and it is moving at a velocity of 2 m/s, we can substitute these values into the equation to solve for the potential energy at point e.
Mechanical Energy = Potential Energy + Kinetic Energy
4900 J = Potential Energy + (1/2)(100 kg)(2 m/s)^2
4900 J = Potential Energy + 200 J
Potential Energy = 4900 J - 200 J
Potential Energy = 4700 J