What is a single in baseball?

A single in baseball is a type of <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/hit%20(baseball)">hit</a> where the batter reaches first base safely after hitting the ball into fair territory. The advancement to first base must be due to the hit itself, without the aid of an <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/error">error</a> or <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/fielder's%20choice">fielder's choice</a>. It is the most common type of hit. If the batter reaches first due to a defensive mistake, a hit is not credited. A single only awards the batter one <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/base">base</a>.