Which vault deduction can reach up to 0.30 due to performance errors?

• A. Insufficient dynamics
• B. Legs bent
• C. Incorrect head alignment
• D. Legs separated

Answer: (A)

Insufficient dynamics is indeed a vault deduction that can affect a gymnast's score significantly, potentially reaching up to 0.30 due to performance errors. Dynamics in gymnastics refers to the energy, speed, and power with which a gymnast performs their skills. In the context of a vault, insufficient dynamics occurs when a gymnast does not achieve enough speed and height during the pre-flight or flight phases, leading to a less impressive execution of the vault. This shortfall in power can result in deductions that accumulate to a total of 0.30, as it greatly impacts both the execution and overall presentation of the skill. By contrast, other deductions may not carry such a high potential point reduction for similar performance errors.