What is the score for a C dismount that is not up to competition level when paired with a D or E+ dismount?

In gymnastics scoring, a C dismount that is not performed at competition level when paired with a D or E+ dismount will receive a score of 0.0. This criterion reflects the importance of executing skills exceptionally well, especially when they are of higher difficulty.

When a gymnast performs a dismount that falls short of the expected standards for that level of difficulty, the judges must penalize the routine to maintain fairness and uphold the integrity of the scoring system. By assigning a score of 0.0 for a dismount that doesn't meet the competition requirements, it emphasizes the need for adherence to strict execution standards and discourages the use of lower-level dismounts when attempting higher-level skills. If a competing gymnast chooses to perform a dismount that is a C level but does not meet the competition's execution criteria, it reflects a failure to meet the challenge of the more difficult routine, warranting the maximum possible deduction.