In the event of a weight mismatch or plate error, what must be done before the attempt proceeds?

• A. The lifter selects new weight.
• B. The incorrect weight must be corrected before the attempt proceeds.
• C. The judge approves the weight.
• D. The platform is remeasured.

Answer: (B)

The important idea is that the weight on the bar must match the declared attempt exactly. If there’s a mismatch or a plate error, you must correct the load before the attempt proceeds. This keeps the lift fair and safe, ensuring the athlete is trying the intended weight and the score reflects the correct load. Once the incorrect weight is corrected—typically by the loading team under the referee’s oversight—the lift may continue. Choosing a new weight or waiting for a judge’s approval doesn’t fix the misload, and remeasuring the platform isn’t the remedy for a wrong plate.