Intermediates List Question

Dear All:

I am wondering about the purpose of the ADS Intermediates List.  For example, some flowers on the list are considered “Standard”, and some flowers on the list are considered “Dwarf”.  What is the purpose of the intermediates list?  Do these flowers acually fall in between dwarf and standard, and that is why a separate category has been established?  Would the larger Dwarf potentially have a judging advantage, while the smaller Standard be at a judging disadvantage?

Thank you.

Dave Liedlich
Connecticut