What is the value lost for reversing a major element when not allowed to do so?

When a major element is reversed in gymnastics, it is important to adhere to the specific requirements set by the judging code. The correct response indicates that there is a penalty for this action because it violates the established rules. By reversing a major element, the gymnast is not performing the skill as intended and thus incurs a deduction.

This penalty is calculated as half the value of the element to signify the seriousness of the mistake while still acknowledging that the gymnast attempted the skill. While there are other potential penalties for distinct infractions in judging, such as a total loss of the value of the element or even a higher deduction, in this case, specifically for reversing the element, the established rule is to impose a deduction of half the value. This approach helps maintain the integrity of the scoring system while allowing for some credit for the gymnast's performance.