<human>: Objective: How can I keep batter from splattering when mixing?

Which of the following solutions is more sound in terms of naive physics reasoning?

OPTIONS:
- Place a paper plate on the bottom of the beaters while you are holding over the bowl.
- Place a paper plate on the top of the beaters while you are holding over the bowl.
<bot>: Place a paper plate on the top of the beaters while you are holding over the bowl.