A 125-volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacle installed to serve a kitchen countertop is required ____.
A) to be supplied by at least two 20-ampere small appliance circuits
B) to have GFCI protection for personnel
C) to be installed within 24 inches of the sink
D) both a and b

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A 125-volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacle installed to serve a kitchen countertop is required to be supplied by at least two 20-ampere small appliance circuits as per NEC 210.52(B)(1). It is also required to have GFCI protection for personnel as per NEC 210.8(A)(6). Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Option C is not required by the NEC, but it is a good practice to locate receptacles within 24 inches of the sink to reduce the use of extension cords in wet areas.

A 125-Volt, 15- and 20-Ampere Receptacle Installed to Serve a Kitchen