Physics

Question

A diver climbs a ladder to a diving platform, then dives into

the water.

Which statement correctly describes the energy of the diver?

• A. While climbing to the platform, the diver's potential energy

decreases.

• B. While climbing to the platform, the platform's elastic energy

increases.

• C. After leaving the platform, the diver's potential energy decreases.

• D. After leaving the platform, the platform's elastic energy increases.

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Answer

C. After leaving the platform, the diver's potential energy decreases.

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The diver's potential energy decreases as they climb the ladder to the platform, and then decreases further as they dive into the water. The platform's...