Question 1

Individual wall spaces of __________ feet or more in width are considered usable for the location of a lamp or appliance, and a receptacle outlet is required.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Individual wall spaces of __________ feet or...

Question 2

Where one or more lighting outlet(s) are installed for interior stairways, there must be a wall switch to control the lighting outlet(s) at each floor level and landing, where the stairway between floor levels has __________ risers or more.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Where one or more lighting outlet(s) are...

Question 3

A minimum of _________ communications outlet must be installed in all newly constructed dwelling units.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), a minimum of one communications outlet must be installed in all newly constructed dwelling units.

Question 4

At least one receptacle outlet must be installed at each peninsular counter space with a long dimension of __________ or greater and a short dimension of __________ or greater.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), at least one receptacle outlet must be installed at each peninsular counter space with a long dimension of 24 inches or greater and a short dimension of 12 inches or greater.

Question 5

In a garage, receptacle outlets must be located so that there is at least _____ receptacle outlet for each vehicle space in the garage.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), at least one receptacle outlet must be installed for each vehicle space in a garage.

Question 6

The required wall receptacle in each bathroom of a dwelling unit must be installed adjacent to, and within __________ of the sink. (General Rule)

Accepted Answer

The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires that at least one receptacle outlet be installed within 36 inches of the outside edge of each bathroom sink.

Question 7

Where cables and raceways are installed less than 1-1/4" from the edge of framing members, a metal plate at least ____________________ thick must be installed to protect the cables and raceways. (General Rule)

Accepted Answer

The answer of Where cables and raceways are installed less...

Question 8

Receptacles that are installed to meet NEC Section 210.52 placement requirements are not permitted to be more than __________ feet above the floor.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Receptacles that are installed to meet NEC...

Question 9

Device boxes can support a lighting fixture weighing no more than ________ lbs. as long as the fixture is secured to the box with at least two 6-32 screws.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), device boxes can support a lighting fixture weighing no more than 6 lbs. as long as the fixture is secured to the box with at least two 6-32 screws. Therefore, the best choice is B.

Question 10

A(n)_________ is an entranceway or transitional space from the exterior to the interior of a house.

Accepted Answer

A foyer is a common term for the entranceway or transitional space from the exterior to the interior of a house. A porch is a covered shelter attached to the exterior of a house, but it is not always considered an entranceway or transitional space. An annex is an addition to a building that is separate from the main part of the building, and a closet is a small enclosed space for storage, not an entranceway.

Question 11

Lighting fixtures, weighing no more than __________, are permitted to be supported by outlet boxes.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), lighting fixtures weighing no more than 50 pounds are permitted to be supported by outlet boxes.

Question 12

Receptacles must be installed so that no point measured along the floor line in any wall space is more than __________ feet from a receptacle.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), receptacles must be installed so that no point measured along the floor line in any wall space is more than 6 feet from a receptacle.

Question 13

Receptacles must be placed behind a kitchen countertop so that no more than __________ feet is between each receptacle.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Receptacles must be placed behind a kitchen...

Question 14

Hallways of __________ or more in length must have at least one receptacle outlet.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code, hallways that are 10 feet or more in length must have at least one receptacle outlet, spaced no more than 6 feet apart.

Question 15

Receptacle outlets must be installed above, but not more than __________ the kitchen countertop.

Accepted Answer

Receptacle outlets in kitchens must be installed above the countertop but not more than 20 inches above it, according to the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.

Question 16

Boxes that are listed for ceiling suspended paddle fans are permitted to support fans that do not weigh more than __________ pounds. Boxes that can support more than 35 pounds must have the maximum wright marked on the box.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Boxes that are listed for ceiling suspended...

Question 17

The __________ stage is when the raceways, cable, boxes, and other electrical equipment are installed.

Accepted Answer

The rough-in stage of electrical installation is when all of the components of the electrical system are installed before the walls and ceilings are finished. This includes raceways, cable, boxes and other electrical equipment.

Question 18

In kitchens, a receptacle outlet must be installed at each counter space that is __________ or wider.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), receptacle outlets must be installed at each counter space that is 12 inches or wider in kitchens.

Question 19

An electrical box must be installed at each conductor splice point, outlet point, switch point, junction point, or termination point where the wiring method is conduit or cable.

Accepted Answer

This is a requirement according to the National Electrical Code (NEC) as it ensures proper grounding and protection for the wires and connections.

Question 20

__________ are long thin strips of wood (or metal) used to make backing surfaces to support the finished surfaces in a room.

Accepted Answer

Furring strips are used as backing surfaces to support the finished surfaces in a room, such as drywall or paneling. They are often made of wood or metal and are long and thin in shape. Knockout plugs are used to fill holes in electrical boxes, deteriorating agents are substances that cause something to break down or decay, and sill plates are horizontal framing members that sit on top of a foundation wall in a building.

Quiz 9: General Requirements for Rough-In Wiring