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.(2 points)

Claim: Batter B will likely hit the ball a greater distance because he will have a more direct and powerful swing, allowing for more force to be transferred to the ball.