What do Pre-Judged Scores represent?

Pre-Judged Scores represent the scores that are awarded before the live presentation occurs. This means that judges evaluate specific components of the project or presentation based on submitted materials, such as written reports or recordings, prior to the actual event where participants present live. These scores reflect the judges' assessments of the content and preparation that have been provided upfront.

The other options relate to different assessment aspects. Scores based on live audience reactions would reflect immediate feedback from the audience during the presentation, while final scores come into play after both pre-judged evaluations and live performances have been completed. Scores from judges' comments could entail qualitative feedback given alongside numeric scoring but do not represent the expected scoring structure for pre-judged categories. Thus, understanding the distinction of when and how these scores are applied is essential in grasping the evaluation process in HOSA Public Service Announcement competitions.