What happens if 2 or 3 pairs in a pair element make an error?

If two or three pairs in a pair element make an error, the appropriate action is to lower the element one level. This reflects the system in which penalties are applied based on the severity and number of mistakes encountered during the element.

In synchro skating, each element is assessed for quality and execution. Pairs must perform their tasks precisely, and errors by multiple pairs signify that a significant flaw exists in the execution of the element. Lowering the element by one level appropriately accounts for the mistakes without overly penalizing the entire team's performance, ensuring that the impact of minor errors is moderated.

Other penalties, such as lowering the element two levels or disqualifying the entire team, would not align with the grading philosophy, as such drastic measures are reserved for more severe infractions or failures. Ranking the element as it is would not accurately reflect the errors made, thus failing to uphold the integrity of the scoring system.