Question

In T-ball, batters hit a ball that is placed on a T-shaped stand. Batter A hits the ball by swinging the bat from a resting position on his shoulder. Batter B hits the ball with the bat directly behind it. In one or two sentences, create and justify a claim about which batter will likely hit the ball the greater distance.

Answer 1

It is likely that Batter A, who swings the bat from a resting position on his shoulder, will hit the ball a greater distance than Batter B, who hits the ball with the bat directly behind it. This is because Batter A is able to generate more power and momentum with his swing, whereas Batter B's swing may be more limited in its range of motion and force.