Because the rotational inertia is higher, it is hardest in springboard diving to perform a forward somersault in

A. the tuck position (bending at both the waist and knees).
B. the pike position (bending at the waist but not the knees).
C. the straight position (no bending at knees or waist).


Answer: C

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