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Perfecting the use double factor blocks during the execution of Short Form One shows a more advanced and sophisticated understanding and mastery of motion. Often, Short Form One is taught without double factoring. But, double factoring is added as the practitioner becomes more adept at Short Form One's execution. Adding double factor blocks not only adds a layer of complexity to the form, but also: fills in timing gaps between blocks, helps improve execution timing, and introduces the concept of minor and major in defensive maneuvers.

 

It should also be noted that double factors are not officially considered part of the form, but rather a more sophisticated execution of the base form. If double factor blocks were considered part of the form, the definition of Short Form One would have to be changed to remove the "front hand only" section.