Question 1

Receptacles must be placed to serve the countertop surfaces in a kitchen so that no more than __________ feet are between each receptacle.
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 6

Accepted Answer

The answer of Receptacles must be placed to serve the...

Question 2

__________ are long thin strips of wood (or metal) used to make backing surfaces to support the finished surfaces like sheetrock in a room.
A) Furring strips
B) Knockout plugs
C) Deteriorating agents
D) Sill plates

Accepted Answer

Furring strips are commonly used as backing surfaces to support finished surfaces in a room, such as sheetrock. Knockout plugs, deteriorating agents, and sill plates are not used for this purpose.

Question 3

Receptacles that are installed to meet NEC Section 210.52 placement requirements are not permitted to be more than __________ feet above the floor.
A) 4.5
B) 5
C) 5.5
D) 6

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

The __________ stage is when the raceways, cable, boxes, and other electrical equipment are installed.
A) planning and preparation
B) trim-out
C) troubleshooting
D) rough-in

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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.
A) 6
B) 10
C) 12
D) 15

Accepted Answer

Stairways with 6 or more risers require a wall switch to control the lighting outlet(s) at each floor level and landing.

Question 6

The required wall receptacle in each bathroom of a dwelling unit must be installed adjacent to, and within __________ of the outside edge of each basin.(General Rule)
A) 8 inches
B) 24 inches
C) 36 inches
D) 6 feet

Accepted Answer

The answer of The required wall receptacle in each bathroom...

Question 7

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 weight marked on the box.
A) 35
B) 45
C) 50
D) 70

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

A minimum of _________ communications outlet must be installed in all newly constructed dwelling units.
A) one
B) two
C) three
D) four

Accepted Answer

As per the National Electrical Code, a minimum of one communication outlet must be installed in all newly constructed dwelling units.

Question 9

Where cables and raceways are installed less than 1-1/4 inches 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 10

Hallways of __________ or more in length must have at least one receptacle outlet.
A) 6 feet
B) 10 feet
C) 12 feet
D) 15 feet

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), hallways that are 10 feet or more in length must have at least one receptacle outlet. This is to ensure that occupants have access to electrical power for devices and appliances in the hallway area.

Question 11

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.
A) 2
B) 4
C) 6
D) 12

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), individual wall spaces of 2 feet or more in width are considered usable for the location of a lamp or appliance, and a receptacle outlet is required.

Question 12

Lighting fixtures installed in a ceiling, weighing no more than __________, are permitted to be supported by outlet boxes.
A) 35 pounds
B) 45 pounds
C) 50 pounds
D) 75 pounds

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), outlet boxes are permitted to support lighting fixtures that weigh no more than 50 pounds.

Question 13

In kitchens, a receptacle outlet must be installed at each counter space that is __________ or wider.
A) 6-inch wide
B) 12-inch wide
C) 10-inch wide
D) 24-inch wide

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), a receptacle outlet must be installed at each counter space that is 12 inches wide or wider. This requirement ensures that there is sufficient access to electrical outlets for appliances and tools used in the kitchen.

Question 14

Receptacle outlets must be installed on or above, but not more than __________ above the kitchen countertop or work surface.
A) 6 inches
B) 12 inches
C) 20 inches
D) 24 inches

Accepted Answer

Receptacle outlets must be installed on or above, but not more than 20 inches above the kitchen countertop or work surface according to the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.

Question 15

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

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical boxes are required at all of these points where the wiring method is conduit or cable. The purpose of the electrical box is to contain and protect the connections, as well as allow for easy access for future maintenance or repairs.

Question 16

Device boxes can support a lighting fixture weighing no more than ________ pounds as long as the fixture is secured to the box with at least two 6-32 screws.
A) 2
B) 6
C) 10
D) 35

Accepted Answer

According to NEC 314.27(C), device boxes can support a lighting fixture weighing no more than 6 pounds as long as the fixture is secured to the box with at least two 6-32 screws.

Question 17

In each attached garage, receptacle outlets must be located so that there is at least _____ receptacle outlet in each vehicle bay and not located more than _____ above the floor.
A) one, 5.5 feet
B) two, 6 feet
C) three, 3 feet
D) four, 5 feet

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC) section 210.52 (G), at least one receptacle outlet should be installed for each vehicle bay. The outlet should not be installed more than 5.5 feet above the floor.

Question 18

Receptacles must be installed so that no point measured along the floor line in any wall space is more than __________ feet from a receptacle.
A) 3
B) 6
C) 10
D) 12

Accepted Answer

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC) in the United States, 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 19

A(n)_________ is an entranceway or transitional space from the exterior to the interior of a house.
A) porch
B) foyer
C) annex
D) closet

Accepted Answer

A foyer is a common term for an entranceway or transitional space from the exterior to the interior of a house. A porch is an exterior structure, an annex is a separate building, and a closet is a small storage space within a building.

Question 20

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.
A) 12 inches, 24 inches
B) 12 inches, 48 inches
C) 48 inches, 24 inches
D) 24 inches, 12 inches

Accepted Answer

The answer of At least one receptacle outlet must be...

Quiz 9: General Nec Requirements for Rough-In Wiring

Receptacles must be placed to serve the countertop surfaces in a kitchen so that no more than __________ feet are between each receptacle.

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

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

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

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.

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

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 weight marked on the box.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

In each attached garage, receptacle outlets must be located so that there is at least _ receptacle outlet in each vehicle bay and not located more than _ above the floor.

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

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

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.