A routine that is complete or incomplete but lasts less than 30 seconds incurs which deduction?

A routine that is complete or incomplete but lasts less than 30 seconds incurs which deduction?

• A. Up to 0.10
• B. Flat 0.10
• C. Flat 0.50
• D. Flat 2.00

Answer: (D)

A routine finishing in under 30 seconds triggers a fixed 2.00-point penalty. This rule applies whether the routine is fully completed or cut short, emphasizing that the duration must meet a minimum length. A short routine is penalized with a substantial, uniform deduction to deter performances that are too brief, which is why the flat 2.00-point deduction is used. The smaller or variable options wouldn’t reflect the severity of not meeting the minimum time.

A routine finishing in under 30 seconds triggers a fixed 2.00-point penalty. This rule applies whether the routine is fully completed or cut short, emphasizing that the duration must meet a minimum length. A short routine is penalized with a substantial, uniform deduction to deter performances that are too brief, which is why the flat 2.00-point deduction is used. The smaller or variable options wouldn’t reflect the severity of not meeting the minimum time.