$A$ particle moving along the $X$-axis has potential energy $U = 2 - 20x + 5x^2 \text{ J}$. The particle is released at $x = -3 \text{ m}$. What is the maximum value of $x$ reached by the particle (in $\text{ m}$)? ($x$ is in meters and $U$ is in joules)

  • A
    $5$
  • B
    $3$
  • C
    $7$
  • D
    $8$

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