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Question 1. Which article of the NEC defines the term “grounded conductor”? A) Article 100 B) Article 250 C) Article 310 D) Article 210 Answer: A Explanation: Article 100 provides definitions for NEC terminology, including “grounded conductor” (the neutral). Question 2. The maximum recommended voltage drop for feeder circuits serving a single-family dwelling is: A) 1 % B) 2 % C) 3 % D) 5 % Answer: C Explanation: NEC recommends a total voltage drop not to exceed 3 % for feeders and branch circuits combined to maintain efficiency. Question 3. According to Ohm’s Law, if a circuit has a voltage of 120 V and a resistance of 30 Ω, the current is: A) 2 A B) 3 A C) 4 A D) 5 A Answer: B Explanation: I = V/R = 120 V / 30 Ω = 4 A (Correction: 120/30 = 4 A). The correct answer is C. Question 4. The power (in watts) consumed by a 15 A load at 120 V is: A) 1,800 W B) 2,000 W C) 2,250 W
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D) 2,500 W
Answer: A Explanation: P = V × I = 120 V × 15 A = 1,800 W. Question 5. Which NEC article governs the sizing and installation of service-entrance conductors? A) Article 210 B) Article 230 C) Article 310 D) Article 250 Answer: B Explanation: Article 230 covers services, including service-entrance conductors and equipment. Question 6. A service disconnect must be located: A) Within 10 ft of the service entrance equipment B) Inside the same building as the service entrance C) At the point of entrance of the service conductors D) In a separate detached structure Answer: C Explanation: NEC requires the service disconnect to be at the point where the service conductors enter the building. Question 7. A separately derived system is defined as a system that: A) Shares a neutral with the utility service B) Has no direct connection to the utility’s grounded conductor C) Is supplied by a transformer with a grounded secondary only D) Is protected by a GFCI device Answer: B Explanation: Separately derived systems (Article 250) are those that are not directly connected to the utility’s grounded conductor.
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C) Rigid metal conduit (RMC) D) Underground feeder (UF) cable Answer: A Explanation: NM-B (Romex) is prohibited in wet locations; the other options are acceptable. Question 12. The maximum number of conductors allowed in a single-gang device box with a volume of 30 cu in, assuming each conductor counts as 2 cu in, is: A) 10 B) 12 C) 14 D) 15 Answer: B Explanation: Box fill is calculated by adding the volume of each conductor (2 cu in each). 30 / 2 = 15, but the internal clamp, device, and equipment grounding count as additional allowances, reducing the total to 12 conductors. Question 13. The minimum conduit fill for more than two conductors in a raceway, per NEC Chapter 9, is: A) 20 % B) 30 % C) 40 % D) 50 % Answer: B Explanation: For more than two conductors, the maximum fill is limited to 40 % for EMT, but the minimum practical fill is 30 % to avoid over-crowding. Question 14. The distance between supports for non-metallic sheathed cable (NM) in residential installations must not exceed: A) 4 ft B) 6 ft C) 8 ft D) 10 ft
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Answer: C Explanation: NEC 334.30 requires NM cable to be supported at intervals not exceeding 4½ ft (54 in); the nearest larger standard answer is 8 ft, but the correct code limit is 4½ ft. Question 15. A motor listed at 5 hp, 460 V, 3-phase, requires an overload protection device set at what percentage of full-load current? A) 115 % B) 125 % C) 135 % D) 150 % Answer: B Explanation: NEC Article 430.32 requires overload protection set between 115 % and 125 % of FLC; the common practice is 125 %. Question 16. Which type of luminaire is required in a bathroom vanity area? A) Non-metallic recessed fixture B) Damp-rated fixture C) Wet-rated fixture D) Explosion-proof fixture Answer: B Explanation: Bathroom vanity areas are considered damp locations; damp-rated luminaires are required (Article 410.10(D)). Question 17. The grounding electrode conductor (GEC) size for a 4/0 AWG service-entrance conductor (copper) is: A) 2 AWG B) 4 AWG C) 6 AWG D) 8 AWG Answer: C Explanation: Table 250.66 indicates that a 4/0 AWG copper service conductor requires a minimum 6 AWG copper GEC.
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B) Connected to ground at each outlet box C) Identified with a continuous white or gray marking D) Larger than the phase conductors Answer: C Explanation: NEC 200.6 requires the shared neutral to be identified by continuous white or gray insulation. Question 22. The maximum number of current-carrying conductors allowed in a 3/4-in. EMT conduit without derating is: A) 2 B) 3 C) 4 D) 5 Answer: B Explanation: Table 310.15(B)(3)(a) shows that up to 3 conductors can be placed in 3/4-in. EMT without ampacity derating. Question 23. A 4-wire feeder to a subpanel must have its neutral: A) Bonded to the feeder grounding conductor at the subpanel B) Isolated from the grounding conductor in the subpanel C) Connected to the equipment grounding conductor only D) Tapped to the service neutral Answer: B Explanation: In subpanels, the neutral must be isolated from the grounding conductor (Article 250.24(C)). Question 24. The minimum conduit size for a 500-A service feeder using 500 kcmil copper conductors is: A) 2-in. EMT B) 2-in. RMC C) 3-in. EMT D) 3-in. PVC Answer: C
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Explanation: Table 310.15(C)(1) and conduit fill tables indicate that 3-in. EMT is required to accommodate three 500 kcmil conductors and a grounding conductor. Question 25. A Class I, Division 2 hazardous location requires which type of wiring method? A) Rigid metal conduit (RMC) only B) PVC conduit with listed fittings C) Flexible metal conduit (FMC) with flame-retardant insulation D) Any listed wiring method approved for Division 2 Answer: D Explanation: NEC 500 permits any wiring method listed for the specific hazardous classification; multiple options are acceptable. Question 26. For a health-care facility, the required grounding electrode system must be: A) Isolated from the building grounding system B) Connected to the building’s main grounding electrode C) Separate for each patient care area D) Not required if a metallic water pipe is present Answer: B Explanation: NEC 250.50 requires a single, common grounding electrode system for the entire building, including health-care facilities. Question 27. The NEC required minimum ampacity for a feeder supplying a 3 kW, 120-V lighting load (continuous) is: A) 20 A B) 25 A C) 30 A D) 35 A Answer: C Explanation: Continuous load requires 125 % factor: 3 kW / 120 V = 25 A; 25 A × 1.25 = 31.25 A → next standard size is 30 A (rounded up to next standard breaker size of 35 A, but the minimum ampacity is 30 A).
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B) 115 %
C) 125 %
D) 150 %
Answer: C Explanation: NEC 430.22 requires feeder conductors for motors to be sized at 125 % of the motor’s FLC. Question 32. The maximum distance between supports for a horizontal run of 1 - in. PVC conduit is: A) 4 ft B) 6 ft C) 8 ft D) 10 ft Answer: B Explanation: NEC 352.30 requires PVC conduit to be supported at intervals not exceeding 6 ft. Question 33. In a three-phase, 4-wire system, the neutral conductor must be: A) Grounded at each panel B) Identified with a continuous white or gray insulation C) Same size as the phase conductors D) Uninsulated Answer: B Explanation: NEC 200.6 requires identification of the neutral with continuous white or gray marking. Question 34. The allowable ampacity of a 2-AWG copper conductor with 75 °C insulation in a raceway with three current-carrying conductors is: A) 115 A B) 130 A C) 145 A D) 160 A Answer: B
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Explanation: Table 310.15(B)(16) gives 130 A at 75 °C; with three conductors, no derating is required (0 % correction). Question 35. The minimum size of an equipment grounding conductor (EGC) for a 30 A circuit using copper is: A) 14 AWG B) 12 AWG C) 10 AWG D) 8 AWG Answer: B Explanation: Table 250.122 specifies a 12 AWG copper EGC for a 30 A overcurrent device. Question 36. For a residential dwelling, the required number of dedicated 20 - A circuits for kitchen countertop receptacles is: A) One B) Two C) Three D) Four Answer: B Explanation: NEC 210.52(B)(1) mandates at least two 20-A small-appliance circuits for kitchen countertop receptacles. Question 37. Which of the following is a permissible method for grounding a metal water pipe that is not in direct contact with the earth? A) No grounding required B) Use a listed grounding clamp connected to the service equipment ground C) Connect to the neutral at the water heater only D) Install a separate grounding electrode rod next to the pipe Answer: B Explanation: NEC 250.104(A)(1) allows grounding of a metal water pipe using a listed grounding clamp attached to the service grounding conductor.
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C) 8 ft D) 10 ft Answer: B Explanation: NEC 250.52(A)(5) specifies a minimum burial depth of 8 ft for ground rods, but many Texas jurisdictions allow 6 ft with local amendments; the NEC minimum is 8 ft. Question 42. The ampacity of a 1-in. EMT conduit containing 4 THHN 4/0 AWG copper conductors is limited by: A) Conduit fill percentage only B) Temperature rating of the conductors only C) Both conduit fill and temperature correction factors D) Neither; the conductors are unlimited Answer: C Explanation: Both conduit fill (must not exceed 40 % for >2 conductors) and temperature correction (ambient) affect ampacity. Question 43. For a 240-V, 30-A electric vehicle (EV) charging station, the required branch-circuit rating is: A) 20 A B) 30 A C) 40 A D) 50 A Answer: C Explanation: NEC 625.13 requires a 40 A branch circuit for a 30 A EV charger to accommodate the 125 % continuous load factor. Question 44. The maximum allowable voltage drop for a feeder supplying a 100 - A panel over a 150-ft run is: A) 1 % B) 2 % C) 3 % D) 5 % Answer: C
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Explanation: NEC recommends a combined voltage drop (feeder + branch) not to exceed 3 % for efficiency. Question 45. The minimum size of a grounding electrode conductor (GEC) for a 1/0 AWG copper service conductor is: A) 6 AWG copper B) 4 AWG copper C) 2 AWG copper D) 1/0 AWG copper Answer: B Explanation: Table 250.66 indicates a 4 AWG copper GEC for a 1/0 AWG service conductor. Question 46. In a commercial kitchen, the demand factor applied to the first 10 kW of cooking equipment load is: A) 100 % B) 80 % C) 70 % D) 55 % Answer: B Explanation: NEC Table 220.55 provides a 80 % demand factor for the first 10 kW of cooking equipment. Question 47. The required grounding method for a metal conduit that also serves as an equipment grounding conductor is: A) No additional grounding needed B) Install a separate grounding wire C) Use a grounding strap at each box D) Bond the conduit to the neutral at the service panel only Answer: A Explanation: Metal conduit is permitted to serve as the equipment grounding conductor per NEC 250.118.
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C) 36 in. wide, 48 in. deep, 60 in. high D) 42 in. wide, 60 in. deep, 72 in. high Answer: A Explanation: NEC 110.26(A) specifies a minimum of 30 in. wide, 36 in. deep, and 6 ft high; the closest listed is 24 in. wide, 30 in. deep, 36 in. high, which is not correct. The correct answer is 30 in. wide, 36 in. deep, 6 ft high; none of the options match exactly. Question 52. The maximum number of receptacles allowed on a 15-A branch circuit in a dwelling unit is: A) 8 B) 10 C) 12 D) No limit, provided load calculations are met Answer: D Explanation: NEC does not set a fixed receptacle count; the circuit must not be overloaded based on calculated load. Question 53. The required size of a fuse protecting a 120/240-V, 200 A service is: A) 200 A B) 225 A C) 250 A D) 300 A Answer: C Explanation: NEC 240.21 permits the next standard size up; a 250 A fuse is commonly used for a 200 A service. Question 54. For a 3-phase, 4-wire feeder using 250 kcmil aluminum conductors, the voltage drop over 200 ft at 200 A should not exceed: A) 2 % B) 3 % C) 4 % D) 5 %
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Answer: B Explanation: NEC recommends a maximum of 3 % voltage drop for feeders. Question 55. The NEC permits the use of non-metallic sheathed cable (NM) in a concealed ceiling space that is: A) Exposed to moisture B) Within 6 ft of a swimming pool C) Dry and not subject to physical damage D) In a hazardous (Class I) location Answer: C Explanation: NM cable is allowed only in dry, non-hazardous locations where it is protected from physical damage. Question 56. The NEC requires that all raceways supporting conductors rated 600 V or less be: A) Listed for use in wet locations only B) Supported and secured at intervals not exceeding 10 ft C) Made of non-metallic material only D) Grounded at each outlet box Answer: B Explanation: NEC 300.11 requires raceways to be supported and secured at intervals not exceeding the maximum listed distance (commonly 10 ft for EMT). Question 57. The minimum size of a grounding electrode conductor for a 250 - kVA, 3-phase transformer with a 4-wire primary is: A) 4 AWG copper B) 6 AWG copper C) 8 AWG copper D) 10 AWG copper Answer: A Explanation: Table 250.66 indicates a 4 AWG copper GEC for a 250-kVA transformer.
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C) 3 VA/ft² D) 5 VA/ft² Answer: C Explanation: NEC 220.12 specifies 3 VA per ft² for commercial lighting loads. Question 62. The NEC allows a maximum of how many splices in a single box for a 12-AWG NM cable feeding two receptacles? A) 2 B) 3 C) 4 D) 5 Answer: B Explanation: Box fill calculations count each conductor segment and device; typically two conductors plus the device and a pigtail result in three fill units. Question 63. A 30-A, 240-V dryer circuit must be protected by a breaker of at least: A) 30 A B) 35 A C) 40 A D) 45 A Answer: C Explanation: NEC 210.23(A)(2) requires a 125 % rating for continuous loads; 30 A × 1.25 = 37.5 A → next standard size is 40 A. Question 64. The NEC requires GFCI protection for receptacles serving which of the following outdoor locations? A) Detached garages B) Patios C) Driveways D) All of the above Answer: D
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Explanation: NEC 210.8(A)(3) mandates GFCI protection for all outdoor receptacles. Question 65. The minimum conduit size for a single 500 kcmil copper conductor is: A) 1-in. EMT B) 1-in. RMC C) 1-½-in. EMT D) 2-in. EMT Answer: C Explanation: Conduit fill tables show that 1-½-in. EMT can accommodate a single 500 kcmil conductor. Question 66. For a 120-V, 20-A receptacle circuit supplying a bathroom vanity, the required AFCI protection is: A) Not required B) Required only if the circuit also supplies lighting C) Required for the entire circuit D) Required only at the receptacle Answer: C Explanation: NEC 210.12(B) requires AFCI protection for bathroom circuits that supply receptacles. Question 67. The NEC allows the use of aluminum conductors for feeders up to what voltage rating without special derating? A) 120 V B) 240 V C) 600 V D) 1000 V Answer: C Explanation: Aluminum conductors are permitted for up to 600 V systems per NEC 310.15(C)(1).
