Question

Legato notes are played faster than staccato notes. true or false

Answer 1

Depends on the piece technically, however Legato notes are usually played as slurred but does not forbid the re-articulation of the note(s). It may depend on the BPM, and the Phrasing but usually Legato is played slower than staccato in terms of articulating. 

Answer 2

False. Legato is water, it's supposed to flow. Staccato is like fire, it's supposed to be fast and sturdy.