What happens if a team's robot is found to violate any rules during inspection?

When a team's robot is found to violate any rules during inspection, the appropriate response is for the robot to be modified to comply with the established rules. This option ensures that the team can make necessary adjustments to align with the regulations, promoting fair competition and adherence to safety standards.

The modification process is vital in maintaining the integrity of the competition, allowing teams the opportunity to correct any issues before the event begins. It emphasizes an educational experience, so teams learn from their mistakes and ensure that their robots meet all specifications and requirements.

Other options, while they suggest different consequences, do not align with the primary goal of fostering compliance through rectifying issues. Automatic disqualification would be too harsh, as it would prevent teams from participating in a learning opportunity. Allowing the robot to compete with a warning or imposing fines does not address the fundamental need for all robots to meet the competition's standards for safety and fairness.