What steps should a net take when there is 'dead air' and how should stations rejoin after a pause?

• A. Net Control issues calling to rejoin; stations respond with their call sign; ensure the channel is clear; rejoin with traffic.
• B. Stations ignore the pause and try to speak whenever ready.
• C. The net should be terminated and restarted.
• D. Switch to a backup frequency automatically.

Answer: (A)