What Is the Rationale for the Holding Step as Part

What is the rationale for the holding step as part of instrument processing?

A) To remove as much of the bioburden as possible to give the sterilization step the best chance to work
B) To help ensure the proper functioning of the instruments after instrument processing
C) To help maintain sterility of the instruments after instrument processing
D) To facilitate the cleaning process by keeping the debris on the instruments from drying