What occurs if the first pi ends before the corners intersect by 1/4 of the team?

The situation described pertains to the technical evaluation of synchronization in skating, specifically regarding the points of intersection and execution levels of elements within a performance. If the first pivot (pi) ends before the corners intersect by a quarter of the team, it indicates that the execution did not maintain the required synchronization during that moment.

Lowering the pi one level is appropriate because it reflects a deviation from the expected performance standards. In synchro skating, precision and coordination are essential, and if a segment fails to meet those standards (like not achieving the necessary intersection due to timing issues), it results in a judgment that the execution is insufficient for the higher level of performance. Thus, adjusting the performance level to a lower rating acknowledges that a clear loss of synchronization occurred, which impacts the overall effectiveness of the team's routine.

The other choices do not align with the evaluation process when synchronization is lacking. Increasing the pi one level would indicate an improvement or a successful execution, while calling for piB or counting the instance as successful would overlook the clear misalignment that resulted from the corners not intersecting adequately. Each of these processes serves to maintain a high standard of performance evaluation in synchro skating.