Question 1

Even when receptacles are installed outside exposed to weather, it is not necessary to install a cover for them because they are resistant to adverse weather conditions.

Accepted Answer

Outdoor receptacles must have weatherproof covers to protect them from rain, snow, and other environmental conditions, even if they are rated for outdoor use.

Question 2

A conductor that connects to a branch-circuit or feeder conductor to serve a specific load is called a(n) ____________________.

Accepted Answer

tap

Question 3

The device that is capable of detecting an arcing condition in a circuit is called a(n) ____________________.

Accepted Answer

arc-fault circuit interrupter
AFCI
arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI)

Question 4

Determine the minimum number of 10-ampere, 120-volt rated general illumination branch-circuits required for an office space of 762m² in area.Hint: the unit load for this office space is 39 VA/m².

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Question 5

Electric heating cables are sometimes installed in concrete or poured masonry floors.

Accepted Answer

Electric heating cables are indeed installed in concrete or poured masonry floors to provide radiant floor heating, which efficiently warms up the space from the ground up.

Question 6

Outside of their suitability for use in wet locations, flexible cords with the letter W in the type designation are also ____________________.

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Question 7

The two types of AFCIs are the branch/feeder type and the combination type.

Accepted Answer

The two main types of Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) are the branch/feeder type, which protects the branch circuit wiring, and the combination type, which provides protection for both branch circuit wiring and connected cords and plugs.

Question 8

A(n) ____________________ contains two or more circuits that share a common neutral conductor.

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Question 9

Consider that wall spaces in a kitchen are 600 mm or more.What does the end of the kitchen counter require?

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Question 10

Generally, how does one determine if a load is continuous or not?

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Question 11

Porcelain lamp receptacles with bare lamps are a good choice for clothes closets.

Accepted Answer

Porcelain lamp receptacles with bare lamps are not recommended for clothes closets due to the risk of fire from the high temperatures they can reach, potentially igniting nearby flammable materials.

Question 12

Determine the minimum number of general illumination branch-circuits required in a dwelling that is 195 meters square assuming circuits rated at 20 amperes.Hint: according to Table 220.12, the minimum unit load for dwelling general illumination is 33 VA/m².

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Question 13

The minimum circuit rating for a household electric range is 80 amperes.

Accepted Answer

The typical minimum circuit rating for a household electric range is 40 amperes, although it can vary based on the specific requirements of the range.

Question 14

The purpose of a(n) ____________________ is to detect a potentially fire-producing arcing condition anywhere in the circuit wiring of the dwelling or in equipment attached to the circuit.

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Question 15

Ground fault equipment protection is required for outdoor snow-melting and de-icing equipment for the purpose of __________________.

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Question 16

How is the minimum number of circuits for general illumination for a dwelling determined?

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Question 17

Which Articles of CODE are used to determine the minimum number of circuits required in a dwelling?

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Question 18

If an appliance has a demand load higher than 60 amperes, then what happens to the load?

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Question 19

A load is considered to be continuous, when the overcurrent device protecting the circuit is loaded to less than or equal to ____________________%.

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Question 20

When comparing electric discharge luminaries to incandescent lamps, the heat produced by incandescent lamps is usually ____________________ (less/greater).

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