What is the consequence for performing an E salto in one pass with less difficulty in the second pass involving saltos?

The consequence for performing an E salto in one pass, followed by a second pass with less difficulty in terms of saltos, is a deduction of 0.15. This is important in gymnastics scoring as gymnasts are expected to demonstrate a consistent level of difficulty throughout their routines, especially during different passes in a tumbling or floor exercise routine.

By beginning with a high difficulty level (the E salto) and subsequently reducing the difficulty in the following pass, the gymnast is not adhering to the expected progression of difficulty, which is a key component of the execution scores. This inconsistency leads to deductions, and specifically, a deduction of 0.15 is applied when there is a notable drop in difficulty for saltos within the same event. This rules ensures that judges can maintain fairness in scoring and encourage gymnasts to execute routines that reflect their highest skill levels consistently.