First, we need to calculate the potential energy at the top of the hill. The formula for potential energy is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2), and h is height. So, PE = 42 kg * 9.8 m/s^2 * 14.3 m = 5929.72 J (Joules).
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