The scoring system in gymnastics works through a combination of difficulty scores and execution scores. Judges assess routines based on the complexity of skills performed, which contributes to the difficulty score. Meanwhile, the execution score reflects the gymnast's precision, artistry, and overall performance quality. Each score is added together, and deductions are made for mistakes such as falls or poor form. The final score determines a gymnast's ranking in competitions, making this scoring system essential for fair evaluations while highlighting both technical proficiency and artistic expression in the sport.