2 A particle \(P\) of mass 4.5 kg is moving in a straight line on a smooth horizontal surface at a speed of \(2.4 \mathrm {~ms} ^ { - 1 }\) when it strikes a vertical wall directly. It rebounds at a speed of \(1.6 \mathrm {~ms} ^ { - 1 }\).

1. Find the coefficient of restitution between \(P\) and the wall.
2. Determine the impulse applied to \(P\) by the wall, stating its direction.
3. Find the loss of kinetic energy of \(P\) as a result of the collision.
4. State, with a reason, whether the collision is perfectly elastic.