Calculating a Model Rocket's Speed and Altitude Using Acceleration of Gravity

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Homework Statement


A model rocket leaves the ground , heading straight up at 49 m/s
a) what is its maximum altitude?
b) what are its speed and altitude at 1,4 & 7 seconds


Homework Equations


v=v0 + at
x= x0 + 1/2 (v0 + v) t
x= x0 + v0t + 1/2 at^2
v^2=v0^2 +2a (x-x0)



The Attempt at a Solution


Am able to work out maximum altitude no problem , for some reason can't get my head around b) ?
 
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Use the formula
x = xo + volt - 1/2*g*t^2 and find x at given time t.