Question

A pitcher throws a ball toward a player holding a softball bat. The player uses the bat to hit the ball. The bat applies a 10-newton force to the ball.

Which statement correctly describes the reaction force between the bat and ball?

Answer 1

The bat hit the ball with a force of 10 Newtons.

Answer 2

Answer:

B) the reaction force is the force applied to the bat by the player holding the bat

Explanation:

the pitcher threw the ball but that isn't the reaction between the ball and the bat, the bat job is to hit the ball