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How much Gravitational Potential Energy does 5000 gallons (18,925 kg) of water have in a 50 meter tall water tower?
A. 4.2 MJ
B. 6.9 MJ
C. 9.3 MJ
D. 2.7 MJ
C. 8.1 MJ
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