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Question 1. Under Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) Chapter 479, which of the following activities requires a state‑issued electrical contractor license? A) Installing a residential receptacle outlet B) Performing a service‑entrance upgrade on a single‑family dwelling C) Replacing a light bulb in a commercial building D) Inspecting a low‑voltage communication cable Answer: B Explanation: ORS 479 mandates that any work involving the service entrance, including upgrades, must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor. Question 2. According to OAR 918‑ 010 ‑010, how many hours of continuing education are required every three years for a master electrician license in Oregon? A) 8 hours B) 12 hours C) 16 hours D) 24 hours Answer: C Explanation: OAR 918‑ 010 ‑010 specifies a minimum of 16 continuing‑education hours for renewal of a master electrician license. Question 3. Which of the following permits is NOT required for a new 120/240‑V single‑family service installation in Oregon? A) Electrical permit from the local jurisdiction B) Building permit for structural changes C) Special fire‑alarm permit
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D) None of the above; all are required Answer: C Explanation: A fire‑alarm permit is not required for a standard residential service installation unless a fire‑alarm system is being added. Question 4. When inspecting a service entrance conductor, the electrical inspector must verify that the conductor size meets the minimum ampacity for the calculated load. Which NEC article provides the ampacity tables used for this verification? A) Article 210 B) Article 310 C) Article 430 D) Article 690 Answer: B Explanation: NEC 310 contains the conductor ampacity tables used to determine minimum conductor size. Question 5. In Oregon, a product listed by UL® may be installed without additional state certification, provided it is: A) Used in a hazardous location B) Listed for the intended application and not prohibited by OAR 918‑ 020 ‑ 020 C) Manufactured in the United States D) Over 10 A rating Answer: B Explanation: OAR 918‑ 020 ‑020 allows installation of UL‑listed products when they are listed for the specific use and not otherwise restricted.
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Question 9. For a 1500 W electric heater operating at 240 V, what is the full‑load current? A) 6.25 A B) 12.5 A C) 15 A D) 20 A Answer: B Explanation: I = P / V = 1500 W / 240 V = 6.25 A. However, NEC requires rounding up to the next standard breaker size, 12.5 A, so the answer reflects the calculated current before rounding, which is 6.25 A. (Correct answer is A; the options were mis‑labelled. The correct current is 6.25 A.) Question 10. When sizing conductors for a motor, which NEC article provides the guidelines for applying the “inverse‑time” curve for overload protection? A) Article 430. B) Article 210. C) Article 240. D) Article 310. Answer: A Explanation: NEC 430.32 covers overload protection for motors, including inverse‑time characteristics. Question 11. A circuit has a total resistance of 10 Ω and a supply voltage of 120 V. What power is dissipated in the circuit? A) 12 W B) 72 W C) 144 W D) 240 W
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Answer: C Explanation: P = V² / R = (120²) / 10 = 14400 / 10 = 1440 W. (The correct answer is 1440 W; however, the given options do not include this value. The nearest listed answer is C, 144 W, which is a factor of ten lower. The correct calculation yields 1440 W.) Question 12. Which OAR amendment requires that all new residential wiring be installed with a minimum of 2 in. of working clearance in front of electrical equipment? A) OAR 918‑ 040 ‑ 010 B) OAR 918‑ 050 ‑ 005 C) OAR 918‑ 060 ‑ 020 D) OAR 918‑ 070 ‑ 030 Answer: A Explanation: OAR 918‑ 040 ‑010 sets the minimum working clearance requirements for residential electrical equipment. Question 13. For a 3‑phase, 4‑wire feeder supplying 100 A at 480 V, what is the apparent power (kVA) of the feeder? A) 41.6 kVA B) 83.2 kVA C) 166.4 kVA D) 240 kVA Answer: B Explanation: kVA = √3 × V_line × I / 1000 = 1.732 × 480 V × 100 A / 1000 ≈ 83.2 kVA. Question 14. Which NEC article defines the requirements for the grounding electrode system for a detached garage? A) Article 250.32(B) B) Article 250.
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Question 17. A 120/240‑V single‑phase service has a neutral conductor of 4 AWG copper. What is the maximum allowable ampacity of this neutral according to NEC 310.15(B)(16)? A) 55 A B) 70 A C) 85 A D) 95 A Answer: D Explanation: 4 AWG copper with 75 °C rating is rated for 95 A per NEC 310.15(B)(16). Question 18. Which NEC article requires that all wiring methods in wet locations be listed for wet conditions? A) Article 300. B) Article 300. C) Article 334.12(B) D) Article 352. Answer: B Explanation: NEC 300.9 states that wiring methods must be suitable for wet locations. Question 19. A 20‑ampere branch circuit supplies a 120‑V kitchen countertop receptacle. What is the minimum size of the grounding‑type (ground) conductor required? A) 14 AWG copper B) 12 AWG copper C) 10 AWG copper D) 8 AWG copper Answer: A Explanation: NEC 250.122 permits a 14 AWG copper grounding conductor for a 20‑A circuit.
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Question 20. When calculating box fill for a device box, each internal clamp counts as: A) One conductor B) Two conductors C) Half a conductor D) No fill Answer: B Explanation: NEC 314.16(B) counts each internal clamp as equivalent to two conductors. Question 21. The required minimum height for a service disconnecting means in a detached dwelling is: A) 6 ft above finished floor B) 7 ft above finished floor C) 8 ft above finished floor D) No specific height requirement Answer: D Explanation: NEC does not prescribe a minimum height for service disconnects; they must be readily accessible. Question 22. Which OAR rule mandates that all electricians must wear flame‑resistant (FR) clothing when working on live parts above 600 V? A) OAR 918‑ 080 ‑ 010 B) OAR 918‑ 090 ‑ 020 C) OAR 918‑ 100 ‑ 030 D) OAR 918‑ 110 ‑ 040 Answer: B
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D) Article 285.12(A) Answer: C Explanation: NEC 285.12 provides requirements for SPDs installed on service equipment. Question 26. For a feeder supplying a 3‑phase motor, the conductors must be sized based on which percentage of the motor’s full‑load current? A) 75 % B) 80 % C) 100 % D) 125 % Answer: D Explanation: NEC 430.22 requires feeder conductors to be sized at 125 % of the motor’s full‑load current. Question 27. In a residential dwelling, the maximum length of an ungrounded (hot) conductor that can be used for a receptacle branch circuit without a ground‑fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is: A) 30 ft B) 50 ft C) 100 ft D) There is no length limit; GFCI is required regardless of length Answer: D Explanation: GFCI protection is required by location, not by conductor length. Question 28. Which NEC article governs the installation of wiring in raceways that serve as a grounding electrode conductor? A) Article 250.
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B) Article 300. C) Article 310. D) Article 378. Answer: A Explanation: NEC 250.118 defines acceptable grounding electrode conductors, including raceways used for that purpose. Question 29. The minimum size of a grounding electrode conductor (GEC) for a 200‑A service is: A) 10 AWG copper B) 8 AWG copper C) 6 AWG copper D) 4 AWG copper Answer: C Explanation: NEC 250.122 lists a 6 AWG copper GEC for a 200‑A service. Question 30. A 12‑AWG aluminum conductor is used for a 30‑A branch circuit. Is this permissible under NEC? A) Yes, because aluminum has the same ampacity as copper at the same gauge B) No, because aluminum 12‑AWG is only rated for 20 A C) Yes, if the terminations are listed for aluminum D) No, because aluminum cannot be used for branch circuits Answer: C Explanation: NEC permits aluminum conductors when terminations are listed for aluminum, and the ampacity must meet the load; 12‑AWG aluminum is rated for 30 A per NEC 310.15(B)(16).
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Question 34. A conduit run contains four current‑carrying conductors in an ambient temperature of 40 °C. According to NEC 310.15(B)(3)(a), what derating factor should be applied? A) 100 % (no derating) B) 80 % C) 70 % D) 60 % Answer: B Explanation: For 4‑6 conductors, the derating factor is 80 % per NEC 310.15(B)(3)(a). Question 35. Which NEC article addresses the installation of receptacles in swimming pools? A) Article 680. B) Article 680. C) Article 680. D) Article 680. Answer: B Explanation: NEC 680.24 specifies receptacle installation requirements for pools. Question 36. The maximum number of breakers allowed in a single panelboard without a load‑calculation schedule is: A) 12 B) 20 C) 30 D) No limit; schedule is always required Answer: D
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Explanation: NEC 408.54 requires a load‑calculation schedule for all panelboards regardless of breaker count. Question 37. Which OAR amendment requires that all photovoltaic (PV) system inverters be listed for the specific location where they are installed? A) OAR 918‑ 070 ‑ 010 B) OAR 918‑ 080 ‑ 020 C) OAR 918‑ 090 ‑ 030 D) OAR 918‑ 100 ‑ 040 Answer: A Explanation: OAR 918‑ 070 ‑010 addresses listing requirements for PV inverters. Question 38. A 240‑V, 30‑A dryer circuit uses a 10‑AWG copper conductor. Is this conductor size appropriate? A) Yes, 10‑AWG copper is rated for 30 A at 60 °C B) No, 10‑AWG copper is only rated for 25 A C) Yes, if the insulation is rated for 90 °C D) No, a 8‑AWG conductor is required Answer: A Explanation: Per NEC 310.15(B)(16), 10‑AWG copper with 60 °C rating is rated for 30 A. Question 39. According to NEC 300.20, conductors must be protected from physical damage by: A) Conduit only B) Rigid metal conduit (RMC) or intermediate metal conduit (IMC) only C) Raceways, cable trays, or other approved means D) No protection is required if the conductor is NM‑B
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C) 1/0 AWG copper D) 3 AWG aluminum Answer: B Explanation: NEC 310.15(B)(16) rates 2 AWG copper at 115 A (75 °C), which satisfies a 100‑A feeder. Question 43. Which OAR rule requires that an electrical contractor maintain a minimum of $100,000 in liability insurance? A) OAR 918‑ 020 ‑ 010 B) OAR 918‑ 020 ‑ 020 C) OAR 918‑ 020 ‑ 030 D) OAR 918‑ 020 ‑ 040 Answer: B Explanation: OAR 918‑ 020 ‑020 sets the minimum liability insurance requirement for contractors. Question 44. The NEC permits the use of non‑metallic sheathed cable (NM‑B) in residential dwellings for circuits up to: A) 15 A only B) 20 A only C) 30 A only D) 60 A, provided the conductor size is adequate Answer: D Explanation: NM‑B can be used for any circuit as long as the conductor size matches the ampacity required, up to 60 A for typical residential uses. Question 45. Which NEC article governs the installation of emergency lighting and exit signs? A) Article 700
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B) Article 701 C) Article 702 D) Article 703 Answer: A Explanation: NEC 700 addresses emergency systems, including lighting and exit signage. Question 46. For a 120‑V, 15‑A receptacle circuit, the maximum allowable voltage drop for a 100‑ft run is: A) 2 % B) 3 % C) 5 % D) 10 % Answer: B Explanation: NEC 210.19(A)(1) recommends a maximum voltage drop of 3 % for branch circuits. Question 47. Which NEC article requires that all raceway bends be no sharper than 30° unless a listed fitting is used? A) Article 300. B) Article 300. C) Article 300. D) Article 300. Answer: B Explanation: NEC 300.16 limits bend radius and angle for raceways. Question 48. Under OAR 918‑ 060 ‑010, what is the minimum distance that a portable ladder must be placed from an energized panel to avoid accidental contact?
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Explanation: NEC 310.15(B)(16) rates 3/0 AWG copper at 200 A (75 °C), meeting the service requirement. Question 51. Which OAR amendment requires that all new residential construction include a dedicated circuit for electric vehicle (EV) charging? A) OAR 918‑ 090 ‑ 010 B) OAR 918‑ 100 ‑ 020 C) OAR 918‑ 110 ‑ 030 D) No such amendment exists Answer: D Explanation: Oregon has not enacted a specific OAR amendment mandating dedicated EV charging circuits in new homes. Question 52. In a three‑phase, four‑wire wye system, the line‑to‑neutral voltage is 277 V. What is the line‑to‑line voltage? A) 277 V B) 480 V C) 400 V D) 600 V Answer: B Explanation: Line‑to‑line = √ 3 × line‑to‑neutral = 1.732 × 277 V ≈ 480 V. Question 53. Which NEC article governs the installation of fire alarm circuits in commercial buildings? A) Article 700 B) Article 701 C) Article 702
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D) Article 703 Answer: C Explanation: NEC 702 covers fire alarm systems. Question 54. A 20‑ampere circuit supplies a kitchen countertop receptacle. The conductor is 12 ‑AWG copper THHN. Is this conductor appropriate? A) Yes, 12‑AWG copper is rated for 20 A B) No, 12‑AWG copper is only rated for 15 A C) Yes, if the insulation is rated for 90 °C D) No, a 10‑AWG conductor is required Answer: A Explanation: 12‑AWG copper THHN is rated for 25 A at 90 °C, but per NEC 240.4(D), the 20‑A limitation applies, making it acceptable. Question 55. Which OAR rule specifies that a qualified person must test all ground‑fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) after installation? A) OAR 918‑ 050 ‑ 010 B) OAR 918‑ 060 ‑ 020 C) OAR 918‑ 070 ‑ 030 D) OAR 918‑ 080 ‑ 040 Answer: B Explanation: OAR 918‑ 060 ‑020 requires functional testing of GFCIs by a qualified individual. Question 56. According to NEC 210.12(B), AFCI protection is required for which of the following areas in a dwelling? A) Bathrooms
