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"The value of the escape velocity `v_e` for a stationary body on the surface of a planet is directly proportional to the mass and the radius of the planet”. Is this statement true? If not, correct it and write it.

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`implies` This statement is false.
Correct statement : "The value of the escape velocity `v_e` for a stationary body on the surface of a planet is directly proportional to the square root of the ratio of mass to radius of planet".
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