Question

A batter hits two baseballs with the same force. One hits the ground near third base. The other is a home run out of the park. Where was there more work done? Explain your answer.
The ball that went out of the park shows more work because the force applied was greater.

The ball that hit near third base shows more work because it hit the ground much harder.

The ball that went out of the park shows more work because the distance was greater.

The ball that hit near third base shows more work because the force applied was greater.

Answer 1

I think the answer is "The ball that went out of the park shows more work because the distance was greater."