Physics Technology Update (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32190-308-0
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-308-2

Chapter 11 - Rotational Dynamics and Static Equilibrium - Conceptual Questions - Page 366: 14

Answer

Yes.

Work Step by Step

When the diver folds into a tucked position, the force needed to tuck the body in would result in a torque. This torque would cause an angular acceleration and would therefore cause the body to spin about its own axis.
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