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A proportional controller with a gain of Kc is used to control a first order process. The offset will increase, if

a.

Kc is reduced.

b.

Kc is increased.

c.

integral control action is introduced.

d.

derivative control action is introduced.

Answer: (a).Kc is reduced.

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