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NCCER Journeyman Electrician Practice Test (Latest 2026 / 2027 Update) Questions and Answ, Exams of Nursing

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NCCER Journeyman Electrician Practice Test
Questions and Answers
1.Conductors with marked on the insulation are NOT approved for
use in a wet location.
ANS THHN
conductors with THHN insulation are approved for use in dry and damp
locations only and conductors with THWN, THHW, and THW insulation
are recognized for use in dry and wet locations.
2.Given; A one-family dwelling unit with a demand load of 200 amperes is
sup- plied with a 120/240 volt, single-phase, electrical system from the local
utility company. What is the MINIMUM size aluminum THW conductors
required for use as service-entrance conductors for this residence?
ANS 4/0 AWG
one-family dwelling 120/240 volt, single-phase, service-entrance
conductors to be sized at an ampacity of not less than 83% of the
service rating. Therefore, 200 amperes x 83% = 166 amperes; size 4/0
AWG THW aluminum conductors with an allowable ampacity of 180
amperes should be selected for this dwelling.
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NCCER Journeyman Electrician Practice Test

Questions and Answers

  1. Conductors with marked on the insulation are NOT approved for use in a wet location. ANS THHN conductors with THHN insulation are approved for use in dry and damp locations only and conductors with THWN, THHW, and THW insulation are recognized for use in dry and wet locations.
  2. Given; A one-family dwelling unit with a demand load of 200 amperes is sup- plied with a 120/240 volt, single-phase, electrical system from the local utility company. What is the MINIMUM size aluminum THW conductors required for use as service-entrance conductors for this residence? ANS 4/0 AWG one-family dwelling 120/240 volt, single-phase, service-entrance conductors to be sized at an ampacity of not less than 83% of the service rating. Therefore, 200 amperes x 83% = 166 amperes; size 4/ AWG THW aluminum conductors with an allowable ampacity of 180 amperes should be selected for this dwelling.

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  1. Where a 150 kVA, single-phase transformer having a secondary voltage of 120/240 is installed at a multi-family dwelling, the full-load current rating, in amperes, of the secondary is. ANS 625 amperes To find the full-load current rating of the single-phase transformer apply the sin- gle-phase current formula as shownI = (150 kVA x 1000) / 240 volts = 15,000/ = 625 amperes
  2. Which one of the following listed circuit breakers is NOT a standard ampere rating? ANS 75 amperes the standard ampere ratings for fuses and circuit breakers. A circuit breaker with an ampere rating of 75 amperes is not a standard ampere rating.
  3. The MINIMUM length of free conductor to be left at each junction box for the purpose of splicing conductors, or making connections to illuminares or devices shall be. ANS 6 inches free conductor is to be left at each junction box for splices or the connection of luminaires or devices. The intent of this rule is to ensure

4 / 19 service-drop conductors to be less than 10 ft. above finished grade.

  1. Why is electrical continuity required for metallic conduit? ANS To establish an effective ground-fault path and facilitate the operation of the over-current protective device. Electrical continuity is required for metallic conduit to establish an effective ground-fault path and facilitate the operation of the overcurrent protective device.
  2. In dwelling units, receptacle outlets installed for countertop surfaces, must be located above, but NOT more than above the countertop or work surface. ANS 20 inches receptacle outlets installed for countertop or work surfaces in dwelling units may be located on or above, but not more than 20 in. above the countertop or work surface. The intent of this rule is to eliminate the use of unsightly extension cords (which reduces the amount of usable countertop space) on the countertop or work surface to supply cord-and- plug connected appliances. Also, receptacles located more than 20 inches above countertops or work surfaces may interfere with the cabinetry to be installed.

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  1. When conductors are installed in a conduit or tubing nipple of or less in length, the ampacity adjustment factors for more than three (3) current-carrying conductors in the raceway, are not required to be applied. ANS 24 inches adjustment factors for more than three (3) current-carrying conductors in raceways shall not apply where the raceway is not more than 24 inches in length. Where more than 3 current-carrying conductors are installed in short lengths of conduit or tubing, the heating effect caused from the additional conductors is insignificant therefore, the allowable ampacity of the conductors is not greatly reduced.
  2. In compliance with the NEC, the total marked rating of a 120-volt, cord-and-plug-connected room air conditioner shall not exceed of the rating of a branch circuit when lighting units, general-use receptacles, or other appliances are supplied from the branch circuit. ANS 50% the special provisions for room air conditioners which are (1) rated not over 250-volts ac, single-phase and (2) which are cord-and-attachment plug connected. In order to prevent overloading the branch circuit, as per Section 40.62(C), the total rating of the A/C unit shall not exceed 50% of the rating of a branch circuit where lighting units, general-use receptacles or appliances are also supplied.

7 / 19 extension cords in the pool vicinity. Be advised the receptacles must be provided with

  1. Metal water pipes installed in or attached to a building or structure shall be bonded to. a. the service equipment enclosure b. the grounded conductor at the service c. the grounding electrode conductor d. any of the above ANS Any of the above requires metal water piping systems to be bonded to any of (1) the service entrance enclosure, (2) the grounded conductor at the service, (3) the grounding electrode conductor.Where mechanical and electrical connections are within equipment, a failure of electrical insulation can result in the connected piping systems becoming energized. For example, an insulation failure in an electrical circuit of a water heater could energize the metal water piping.Metal water piping systems must be bonded so that when a fault occurs between an ungrounded (hot) conductor and the piping, the potential difference between the two is minimized, thereby reducing the risk of electrical shock.Also, note where installed in or attached to a building or structure, all metal piping systems, including gas piping, that is likely to become energized shall be bonded to a grounded source.

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  1. When armored cable, Type AC, is installed in an accessible attic and is run parallel to the sides of rafters, studs, or floor joists,. a. the cable shall be protected with running boards b. the cable shall be protected by guard strips at least as high as the cable c. either A or B d. neither guard strips nor running boards shall be required ANS neither guard strips nor running boards shall be required where the armored cable is installed parallel to the sides of rafters, studs or floor joists, neither guard strips nor running boards shall be required to protect the cable in accessible attics. if the cables run across the top of the floor joists in an attic that is not accessible by permanent studs or ladders, protection of the cable is required where within six (6) feet of the nearest edge of the scuttle hole or attic entrance.
  2. Generally, in a movie theater the manual switch for controlling the emer- gency lighting systems is permitted to be located. ANS in an accessible location in the lobby apply buildings used as a theater or for a similar purpose. Section 520. mandates the control of emergency systems in theaters to comply with the rules set forth in Article 700; Part V of Article 700 applies to the control of emergency lighting circuits. Section 700.21 does not permit a

10 / 19 top inside edge of the bowl of sinks located in. a. laundry rooms b. bathrooms c. garages d. all of these areas ANS All of these areas no matter what the location or room in a dwelling, where the 15- or 20- ampere, 125-volt eceptacles are installed within six (6) feet from the top inside edge of the bowl of the sink, GFCI protection must be provided to prevent a ground-fault shock hazard.

  1. For a building or structure where the meter enclosure is adjacent to the service disconnecting means, it is permitted to ground the meter enclosure to the conductor on the load side of the service disconnect if ground- fault protection is not provided. ANS Grounded The meter enclosure to be grounded by connection on the load side of the service disconnect where (1) no ground-fault protection is installed, (2) the meter enclosure is adjacent to the service disconnecting means, and (3) the grounded service conductor is not smaller than the size specified
  2. In a dwelling unit where a 125-volt, 15- or 20-ampere receptacle is located under the counter for an in-sink waste disposer, the receptacle must be

11 / 19 provided with. a. AFCI protection only b. GFCI protection only c. both AFCI and GFCI protection d. neither AFCI nor GFCI protection ANS Both AFCI and GFCI protection Because of the presence of water and grounded surfaces that contributes to a potential shock hazard any 125-volt, 15- or 20-ampere receptacle installed within six (6) feet of a sink is required to be GFCI protected. Section 210.12(A) verifies AFCI protection is required for all 120-volt, 15- or 20-ampere branch-circuits that supply outlets in kitchens in dwellings.AFCI devices are designed to determine resistance to unwanted tripping due to the presence of arcing that occurs in utilization equipment under normal operating conditions or to a loading condition that closely mimics an arcing fault.

  1. Where a 125-volt, 15-ampere receptacle is connected to a 120-volt branch circuit supplying two (2) or more receptacles or outlets, the maximum permit- ted cord-and-plug-connected load to the receptacle is . ANS 12 amperes the general rules regarding branch circuits. Branch circuit and

13 / 19 a. must be Type NMC b. must be Type NMS c. must be Type NMW d. is prohibited ANS Is prohibited he inside of all raceways and enclosures located underground is classified as a wet location. The conductors and cables installed in underground installations must be of a type listed for use in wet locations.Restrictions of the use of non-metallic sheathed cable NMC is permitted in dry, moist, and damp locations, but wet locations are not included in this list.

  1. According to the NEC, fixed outdoor deicing and snow melting equipment is to be considered as a load. ANS Continuous a continuous load is a load expected to continue for three (3) hours or more.The installation requirements for fixed outdoor electric deicing and snow melting equip- ment, fixed outdoor electric deicing and snow melting equipment shall be considered a continuous load.When sizing conductors and overcurrent protection for the fixed outdoor equipment you must take into consideration the equipment can operate over 3 hours, so it is considered a continuous load.
  2. In regard to a commercial building, where a service-entrance conduit

14 / 19 having a length of six (6) feet contains four (4) size 2 AWG THWN insulated copper current-carrying conductors, each of the conductors have an allow- able ampacity of. ANS 92 amperers To solve this problem first locate the conductor size,and look under the copper THWN column with a temperature rating of 75°C and note the ampacity of the conductors is 115 amperes. The table is based on an ambient temperature of 86°C and not more than 3 current-carrying conductors in the raceway. in this situation there are 4 current-carrying conductors in the raceway therefore, we must apply the correct adjustment factor (derating value) 2 AWG THWN ampacity = 115 amperes (before derating)115 amperes x 80% (adjustment factor) = 92 amperes

  1. What material should not be used for Grounding electrodes. ANS Aluminum
  2. For a 300 ampere electrical circuit, what is the minimum size copper equipment grounding conductor as per NEC? ANS 4 awg

16 / 19 Demand factor for kitchen equipment in other than dwelling unit shall be applied according to 220.56 table.

  1. A 440 volts motor has a full load current of 34 amperes. what size discon- necting means is required? ANS 40 amperes The rating of disconnecting means is 115% of full load current.34 * 1. = 39.1 amperes.The nearer rating is 40 amperes.
  2. If two 4 ohm resistors are connected in series which are powered by 240 volts power source, what is the current flow across one 4 ohm resistor? ANS 30 amperes Total resistance of the circuit = 4 + 4 = 8 ohms Current flow in the circuit = 240 /8 = 30 amperes In series circuit flow in the circuit elements is same. so 30 amperes current will flow in both series resistors.

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  1. What is the minimum size of THWN conductors required for single phase 10 HP motor connected to 240 volts supply? ANS 6 AWG THWN Copper FLI current of single phase 10 HP motor at 230 volts = 50 amperes Minimum conductor ampacity = 50 * 125% = 62. amperes 6 AWG THWN Copper with 65 amperes capacity at 75 0C is suitable conductor for the motor
  2. In a metal wire-ways, the distance between supports shall not exceed ..............ft. ANS 10
  3. Underground wiring shall be installed in which of the following conduit a.)Threaded rigid metal b.)Threaded steal intermediate metal c.)All options are correct .)PVC ANS All options are correct
  4. What is the resistance of 80 watt Light bulb rated at 120 volts? ANS 180 ohms
  5. When branch circuits used at outside, the size of overhead conductors for 600 volts or less, for spans upto 50 feet, shall not be less than ............. copper.

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  1. Flexible cards may not be used in the following locations........... To replace a fixed wiring of a structure
  2. What is the minimum percentage rated voltage that a storage battery should supply the emergency load? ANS 87 1/2 %
  3. The vertically run metal wire-ways shall be surely supported at intervals not exceeding ............. ft of wire way and shall not have more than one joint between supports. ANS 15
  4. The interior of any dip tank can be considered as....................location ANS - Class1, Division
  5. Should ungrounded ducts or conduits should be sealed before entering buildings? ANS yes, to prevent unwanted gases entry in buildings
  6. A continuous load is load where the maximum current is expected to continue for ............ hours or more. ANS 3