Which outcome occurs when a PLC's scan cycle exceeds its specified watchdog timer duration in an automated bottling plant?

💡 Explanation

The system faults due to watchdog timer expiration triggering error-handling; because the allotted time is over, the internal protective fault state is active rather than proceeding. This prevents erratic and possibly dangerous operational modes from continuing normally; therefore, the whole system locks up to prevent injury.

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