Physics · Motion under Gravity

For a particle moving vertically under the influence of gravity alone (neglecting air resistance), which of the following statements is true?

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1The time taken to attain a given height h is given by the formula (ut + 12gt2)
2If a body is dropped from rest, the velocity attained after falling through a height h is √2gh✓
3The time taken to reach the greatest height is u2g
4The greatest height attained when projected upwards with velocity u is ug

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If a body is dropped from rest, the velocity attained after falling through a height h is √2gh

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