A player can hit the ball far or near. They use force to swing the bat. A light force will hit the ball close. This is called a bunt. A strong force will push the ball far. Homerun!
How Are They The Same? Other sports involve pushes with a player’s foot, stick, or racquet. Can you think of a different sport that involves pushes?
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