What type of Time Event would you use to indicate that a transition should occur after a specific duration?

To indicate that a transition should occur after a specific duration, the best choice is a Relative Time Event. This type of time event is specifically designed to trigger after a defined period relative to the current state or event in the model. It allows the system to wait for a certain duration before moving to the next state or performing an action, which is ideal for scenarios where the timing is dependent on the context of the ongoing processes.

Relative Time Events offer flexibility by relying on the current state or event for their timing, which aligns with many real-world scenarios where the duration to wait can change based on the preceding actions or states. This makes them particularly useful for dynamic environments where timing needs to be adaptable.

In contrast, Absolute Time Events are meant for situations requiring execution at a specific point in time, which doesn't fit the need for waiting a specific duration post-event. Immediate Time Events, by nature, trigger without delay, while Delayed Time Events typically designate a wait period but are not as adaptable or context-sensitive as Relative Time Events. This context makes Relative Time Events the most suitable option for managing time-based transitions in a model.