At what height is the water going to turn a paddle wheel much quicker?

Higher

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Water from any height will turn the paddle wheel equally.

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Higher

A paddle wheel turns faster when it is hit upon by the water with higher energy. The higher the water, the greater the energy, because, potential energy = mgh.

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