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Question 1. Which NFPA 70E term defines the minimum approach distance to an energized part that could cause a second-degree burn? A) Arc-flash boundary B) Limited approach boundary C) Restricted approach boundary D) Touch voltage boundary Answer: B Explanation: The limited approach boundary is the distance within which a worker could receive a second-degree burn from an arc-flash source. Question 2. When selecting arc-rated clothing, which minimum rating is required for work on equipment rated at 4 cal/cm²? A) 4 cal/cm² B) 8 cal/cm² C) 12 cal/cm² D) 25 cal/cm² Answer: B Explanation: PPE must be rated at least twice the incident energy; for 4 cal/cm² the minimum is 8 cal/cm². Question 3. Under OSHA LOTO, which step is performed last? A) Notify affected employees
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B) Isolate the energy source C) Apply lockout devices D) Verify de-energization Answer: D Explanation: After locks are placed, the worker must verify that the equipment is de-energized before starting work. Question 4. Which ladder type must have a “D” rung at the top for fall protection? A) Straight-type fiberglass ladder B) Step-type aluminum ladder C) Extension-type wooden ladder D) Telescoping steel ladder Answer: A Explanation: NFPA 70E requires a “D” rung on the top of straight-type ladders used for electrical work to provide a secure handhold. Question 5. In a permit-required confined space, which gas is most often monitored for oxygen deficiency? A) Carbon monoxide B) Hydrogen sulfide C) Methane
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Explanation: Power (watts) equals voltage times current (P = V·I). Question 8. In a series circuit with three equal resistors, the total resistance is: A) Same as one resistor B) Twice one resistor C) Three times one resistor D) Half one resistor Answer: C Explanation: Resistances add in series; three equal resistors equal three times a single resistor. Question 9. What is the phase relationship between voltage and current in a purely inductive AC circuit? A) In phase B) Current leads voltage by 90° C) Voltage leads current by 90° D) 45° lead Answer: C Explanation: In inductive loads, voltage leads current by 90 degrees. Question 10. RMS value of a sinusoidal voltage is: A) Peak value divided by √
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B) Peak value multiplied by √ C) Same as peak value D) Half the peak value Answer: A Explanation: RMS = V_peak / √2 for a sinusoid. Question 11. According to NEC 2020, the definition of “accessible” means: A) Able to be reached without removing any part of the building structure B) Able to be reached after removing a cover or panel C) Able to be reached without tools D) Able to be reached only by qualified personnel Answer: A Explanation: “Accessible” means capable of being reached without the use of tools or removing building parts. Question 12. The NEC 3-foot rule for working clearances applies to which of the following? A) All low-voltage circuits B) Equipment rated 600 V or less C) Only motor disconnects D) Underground service conductors
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Question 15. An overcurrent protective device (OCPD) must be sized not more than what factor of the conductor’s ampacity for continuous loads? A) 0.8 × B) 1.0 × C) 1.25 × D) 1.5 × Answer: A Explanation: Continuous loads must not exceed 80 % of the OCPD rating (0.8 × ampacity). Question 16. Which conductor is used exclusively for grounding equipment and is never a current-carrying conductor? A) Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC) B) Grounding Electrode Conductor (GEC) C) Neutral conductor D) Unbalanced conductor Answer: A Explanation: The EGC provides a low-impedance path for fault current only. Question 17. For a 150-ft run of 120 V lighting circuit, the acceptable voltage drop is limited to: A) 1 % B) 2 %
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C) 3 %
D) 5 %
Answer: B Explanation: NEC recommends a maximum of 2 % voltage drop for branch circuits. Question 18. When calculating conduit fill for EMT, the maximum fill for more than two conductors is: A) 25 % of conduit cross-section B) 40 % of conduit cross-section C) 53 % of conduit cross-section D) 80 % of conduit cross-section Answer: B Explanation: NEC permits up to 40 % fill for three or more conductors in a conduit. Question 19. How many 14-AWG conductors may be placed in a 1/2-in. EMT conduit according to Annex C? A) 5 B) 9 C) 13 D) 17 Answer: C
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Question 22. When securing NM cable, the maximum distance between staples is: A) 4 in. B) 6 in. C) 8 in. D) 12 in. Answer: D Explanation: NM cable must be secured within 12 in. of boxes and every 4.5 ft thereafter; the maximum spacing is 12 in. Question 23. The minimum height for a receptacle outlet in a kitchen countertop area is: A) 12 in. above the countertop B) 15 in. above the countertop C) 18 in. above the countertop D) 24 in. above the countertop Answer: B Explanation: NEC requires receptacles to be installed not more than 20 in. above the countertop, with 15 in. being a common practice. Question 24. Which device provides both GFCI and AFCI protection for a residential bedroom circuit? A) Standard circuit breaker
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B) Dual-function GFCI/AFCI breaker C) Stand-alone GFCI receptacle only D) Surge protector Answer: B Explanation: A dual-function breaker combines ground-fault and arc-fault protection in one device. Question 25. A motor rated 12 hp, 240 V, 3-phase requires a branch-circuit overcurrent device of at least: A) 15 A B) 20 A C) 25 A D) 30 A Answer: D Explanation: NEC Table 430-30 indicates a 12 hp, 240 V motor needs a minimum of 30 A OCPD. Question 26. In a Class I, Division 2 hazardous location, which type of conduit is acceptable for wiring? A) PVC conduit, non-metallic B) Rigid metal conduit (RMC) only C) Flexible metal conduit (FMC) only
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Answer: C Explanation: For a 150-A service, the pool bonding jumper must be at least 4 AWG copper per NEC Table 250.122. Question 29. A standby generator supplying emergency lighting must be connected to the building via a transfer switch that is rated for: A) 100 % of the generator’s rating B) 125 % of the generator’s rating C) 150 % of the generator’s rating D) 200 % of the generator’s rating Answer: B Explanation: NEC requires the transfer switch to be rated at least 125 % of the generator’s maximum load. Question 30. Which low-voltage communication system is classified as Class 2 per NEC 725? A) Power-limited fire alarm circuits B) Ethernet data cabling C) Direct-current lighting control D) Security camera video lines Answer: B Explanation: Ethernet (Cat5e/6) is a Class 2 circuit because it is limited to 30 V and 5 A.
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Question 31. In a photovoltaic (PV) system, the rapid-shutdown requirement applies to which portion of the array? A) The inverter only B) All PV modules within 1 m of the disconnect C) The entire array up to 10 m from the inverter D) Only the DC combiner box Answer: B Explanation: NEC 2020 requires a rapid-shutdown device that can isolate all modules within 1 m (3 ft) of the disconnect. Question 32. Which PPE item is mandatory when working on a live panel that could produce an arc flash of 8 cal/cm²? A) Hard hat only B) Flame-resistant (FR) shirt rated 8 cal/cm² C) FR shirt rated 4 cal/cm² D) No PPE required if insulated tools are used Answer: B Explanation: The PPE must be rated at least equal to the incident energy; an 8 cal/cm² shirt is required. Question 33. The “limited approach boundary” for a 480 V system is approximately:
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D) Two locks, one on the disconnect and one on the circuit breaker Answer: B Explanation: Each phase of the disconnect must be locked to ensure all energized parts are isolated. Question 36. A worker receives an electrical burn on the hand after contacting a 120 V circuit. The most appropriate first-aid step is: A) Apply a tourniquet immediately B) Cool the burn with lukewarm water for 10- 20 minutes C) Apply ice directly to the burn D) Cover with a tight bandage Answer: B Explanation: Cooling with lukewarm water reduces tissue damage; ice or tight bandages can cause further injury. Question 37. In a series-parallel circuit consisting of two 10 Ω resistors in series, connected in parallel with a 20 Ω resistor, the total resistance is: A) 10 Ω B) 13.3 Ω C) 15 Ω D) 30 Ω Answer: B
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Explanation: Series pair = 20 Ω; parallel with 20 Ω → 1/R_total = 1/20 + 1/20 = 0. → R_total = 10 Ω. Wait correction: Actually series pair = 10 Ω + 10 Ω = 20 Ω. Parallel with another 20 Ω gives R_total = (20×20)/(20+20)=400/40=10 Ω. The correct answer is A. Answer: A Explanation: The combined series resistance (20 Ω) in parallel with another 20 Ω yields 10 Ω total. Question 38. Which of the following best describes the relationship between frequency and reactance in an inductive circuit? A) Reactance decreases as frequency increases B) Reactance is independent of frequency C) Reactance increases linearly with frequency D) Reactance varies inversely with the square of frequency Answer: C Explanation: Inductive reactance X_L = 2πfL; it increases linearly with frequency. Question 39. The NEC definition of “grounded conductor” refers to: A) The conductor that is intentionally connected to earth at the service entrance B) Any conductor that carries fault current C) The conductor that supplies power to a device D) The metal raceway that encloses the wiring
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Question 42. For a 20-A branch circuit feeding a bathroom receptacle, the required AFCI protection is: A) Not required B) Required only for new construction after 2014 C) Required for all receptacles in the bathroom D) Required only for lighting circuits Answer: C Explanation: NEC 2020 requires AFCI protection for all 120 V, single-phase, 15- and 20 - A receptacle circuits in dwelling unit bathrooms. Question 43. Which type of conduit is permitted for direct burial without a separate raceway? A) EMT B) Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC) C) PVC Schedule 40 D) Flexible Metal Conduit (FMC) Answer: C Explanation: PVC Schedule 40 is approved for underground installation without additional protection.
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Question 44. A 30-cu in. junction box is used to house a 4-wire (2 hots, neutral, ground) 120/240 V circuit feeding a dryer. How many conductors may be placed in the box? A) 4 B) 5 C) 6 D) 7 Answer: C Explanation: Each conductor counts as 1 unit; the equipment (dryer) counts as 2 units. 4 units + 2 units = 6 units, which fits within a 30-cu in. box (max 7 units). Question 45. A receptacle installed at a kitchen island must be GFCI protected because: A) It is within 6 ft of a sink B) It is considered a countertop location C) It is a dedicated appliance outlet D) No GFCI is required for islands Answer: B Explanation: NEC requires GFCI protection for all receptacles installed in kitchen countertop locations, including islands. Question 46. Which of the following is the correct method for grounding a metal conduit system?
