In a scenario where a lifter has successfully lifted a rounded-down increment, what will happen if they attempt a higher increment?

When a lifter has successfully executed a lift at a specified weight and wishes to attempt a higher increment, they are permitted to do so based on the powerlifting rules. This is in line with the competitive nature of the sport, which encourages athletes to push their limits and strive for personal bests.

The ability to attempt a higher weight is fundamental to the competition format, where lifters progressively increase the load in hopes of achieving greater performance. A successful lift, followed by an attempt at a higher weight, reflects the lifter's intention to challenge themselves further rather than being disqualified or forced to accept a failure on the previous successful lift. This makes for an engaging competition atmosphere that highlights personal progression and the spirit of athletic challenge.

In contrast, being disqualified or having a failure recorded does not provide room for an athlete to showcase their capability. Additionally, the adjustment of the higher attempt downward would undermine the lifter’s efforts and prevent them from attempting to lift what they aimed for, thereby contravening the competitive framework that encourages striving for higher achievements.