To qualify for level 3 tower points, what must a robot achieve?

To qualify for level 3 tower points, a robot must have its bumpers completely above the middle rung. This requirement is critical because it establishes that the robot has successfully navigated the challenge and achieved an elevated position, which is a significant aspect of the scoring system in the competition. The ability to elevate and reach different levels on the tower reflects the robot’s capabilities in terms of design, strategy, and execution, and contributes directly to the team's performance score.

The other options relate to various aspects of gameplay but do not specifically address the requirements for earning level 3 tower points, as they focus on other objectives or criteria within the competition framework. Achieving an elevated position is uniquely tied to the scoring mechanics associated with tower levels.