The Main Difference Between a PLC Retentive and Nonretentive Timer

question 8

Multiple Choice

The main difference between a PLC retentive and nonretentive timer is that the:

• A)retentive timer can be programmed for much longer time delay periods.
• B)nonretentive time can be programmed for much longer time delay periods.
• C)retentive timer maintains the current time should power be removed from the device or when the timer rung goes false.
• D)nonretentive timer maintains the current time should power be removed from the device or when the timer rung goes false.

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