Question

1. in softball, a misplay or mistake made by the defensive team that results in prolonging the turn at bat of the batter or the time on base of the base runner is called an ______

• 1 point

○ b) error
○ c) hit

Explanation:

In softball, an "Error" is defined as a mistake by the defensive team that allows the batter or base runner to have their turn at bat prolonged or more time on base. A "Hit" is when the batter successfully gets on base via a batted ball without an error or fielder's choice. So the correct term here is Error.

Answer:

B) Error