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[Show more]That portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final overcurrent device is called the: correct answer: branch circuit 
 
The final sum of the computed loads, based on the minimum code requirements, is the correct answer: Calculated load 
 
As compared to #10, a #8 wire of the same Iength has...
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Add to cartThat portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final overcurrent device is called the: correct answer: branch circuit 
 
The final sum of the computed loads, based on the minimum code requirements, is the correct answer: Calculated load 
 
As compared to #10, a #8 wire of the same Iength has...
If the cover for an underground pull box used for circuits over 600v is not locked, bolted, or screwed into place, then it must weigh equal to correct answer: 100 pounds 
 
The maximum total voltage droop on a branch circuit is correct answer: 3% 
 
the floors of vaults in contact with the earth s...
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Add to cartIf the cover for an underground pull box used for circuits over 600v is not locked, bolted, or screwed into place, then it must weigh equal to correct answer: 100 pounds 
 
The maximum total voltage droop on a branch circuit is correct answer: 3% 
 
the floors of vaults in contact with the earth s...
Given: Two separate Services are identical in voltage and amperage, except that one service serves only motor - loads and the other serves lighting loads only. 
 
in the event of a short circuit in these services, the available short circuit current will be: 
 
A) The same in either service 
 
B) H...
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Add to cartGiven: Two separate Services are identical in voltage and amperage, except that one service serves only motor - loads and the other serves lighting loads only. 
 
in the event of a short circuit in these services, the available short circuit current will be: 
 
A) The same in either service 
 
B) H...
A 150 kVA service transformer has a 480Y/277 volt 3-phase primary and a 208Y/120 volt, 3-phase secondary. What is the approximate full-load ampere rating of the primary of the transformer? correct answer: 180 amperes 
 
Where a conductor is marked RHW-2 on the insulation what does the "-2" repres...
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Add to cartA 150 kVA service transformer has a 480Y/277 volt 3-phase primary and a 208Y/120 volt, 3-phase secondary. What is the approximate full-load ampere rating of the primary of the transformer? correct answer: 180 amperes 
 
Where a conductor is marked RHW-2 on the insulation what does the "-2" repres...
According to the National Electrical Code, the 
minimum size TW copper conductor for a 5 HP, 3 
phase, 230 volt, squirrel cage motor started at full 
voltage shall not be less than # ___ AWG. correct answer: 14 
 
How many AWG #12 THHN conductors are allowed in 
a 1" RMC nipple? correct answer: 3...
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Add to cartAccording to the National Electrical Code, the 
minimum size TW copper conductor for a 5 HP, 3 
phase, 230 volt, squirrel cage motor started at full 
voltage shall not be less than # ___ AWG. correct answer: 14 
 
How many AWG #12 THHN conductors are allowed in 
a 1" RMC nipple? correct answer: 3...
The ordinary direct current series motor does not operate satisfactorily with alternating 
current. One of the main reasons for this is 
 
a. excessive heating due to eddy currents in the solid parts of the field structure 
b. that the armature current and field current are out of phase with each ot...
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Add to cartThe ordinary direct current series motor does not operate satisfactorily with alternating 
current. One of the main reasons for this is 
 
a. excessive heating due to eddy currents in the solid parts of the field structure 
b. that the armature current and field current are out of phase with each ot...
A 120 volt road sign has #6 copper THWN conductors in a 2" PVC conduit. The sign pulls 8 amps and is on a 30 amp breaker. what is the longest distance that the sign can be located from the sub-panel and still be legal? Use k = 12.9 
 
a. 100-200 feet 
b. 201-300 feet 
c. 301-400 feet 
d 401-500 fee...
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Add to cartA 120 volt road sign has #6 copper THWN conductors in a 2" PVC conduit. The sign pulls 8 amps and is on a 30 amp breaker. what is the longest distance that the sign can be located from the sub-panel and still be legal? Use k = 12.9 
 
a. 100-200 feet 
b. 201-300 feet 
c. 301-400 feet 
d 401-500 fee...
In order to work as a professional electrician, you'll need to acquire knowledge in five areas. What are these five basic areas? correct answer: Electricians need to have knowledge in electrical theory, electrical applications, electrical testing skills, electrical equipment, and electrical safety...
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Add to cartIn order to work as a professional electrician, you'll need to acquire knowledge in five areas. What are these five basic areas? correct answer: Electricians need to have knowledge in electrical theory, electrical applications, electrical testing skills, electrical equipment, and electrical safety...
Ferrous metal enclosures for grounding electrode conductors shall be _____. 
a) electrically continuous 
b) electrically isolated 
c) not permitted 
d) rigid metal conduit (RMC) only correct answer: A: electrically continuous 
Ref: 250.64(E) 
 
Unless listed for the control of other loads, general ...
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Add to cartFerrous metal enclosures for grounding electrode conductors shall be _____. 
a) electrically continuous 
b) electrically isolated 
c) not permitted 
d) rigid metal conduit (RMC) only correct answer: A: electrically continuous 
Ref: 250.64(E) 
 
Unless listed for the control of other loads, general ...
For other than one-and two-family dwellings, when building a new electrical service, at least one (1) 125-volt, single-phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be located within at LEAST _____ of the electrical service equipment? correct answer: 50 feet 
 
The ampacity of a conductor i...
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Add to cartFor other than one-and two-family dwellings, when building a new electrical service, at least one (1) 125-volt, single-phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be located within at LEAST _____ of the electrical service equipment? correct answer: 50 feet 
 
The ampacity of a conductor i...
An advantage of an electromagnet over a permanent magnet is that... correct answer: an electromagnet can be switched. 
 
An excellent diffuser surface is one that... correct answer: scatters light uniformly in all directions 
 
Light is converted into electricity... correct answer: in a photovolt...
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Add to cartAn advantage of an electromagnet over a permanent magnet is that... correct answer: an electromagnet can be switched. 
 
An excellent diffuser surface is one that... correct answer: scatters light uniformly in all directions 
 
Light is converted into electricity... correct answer: in a photovolt...
Conductors with _____ marked on the insulation are NOT approved for use in a wet location. 
a. THW 
b. THHW 
c. THHN 
d. THWN correct answer: THHN 
As shown in Table 310.104(A), conductors with THHN insulation are approved for use in dry and damp locations only and conductors with THWN, THHW, and T...
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Add to cartConductors with _____ marked on the insulation are NOT approved for use in a wet location. 
a. THW 
b. THHW 
c. THHN 
d. THWN correct answer: THHN 
As shown in Table 310.104(A), conductors with THHN insulation are approved for use in dry and damp locations only and conductors with THWN, THHW, and T...
A fixed light will be allowed to be 30 amp provided the socket is rated ____ duty. 
a. Light 
b. Medium 
c. Heavy 
d. Extra Heavy correct answer: c. Heavy 
 
From the Skilled Trades Act, Section 7 "Except as otherwise provided in this article or in subsection (3), and individual other than an indi...
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Add to cartA fixed light will be allowed to be 30 amp provided the socket is rated ____ duty. 
a. Light 
b. Medium 
c. Heavy 
d. Extra Heavy correct answer: c. Heavy 
 
From the Skilled Trades Act, Section 7 "Except as otherwise provided in this article or in subsection (3), and individual other than an indi...
Where a water pipe passes over an indoor motor control center, leak protection apparatus shall have a MINIMUM clearance of _____. 
 
a) 6 feet to the protection apparatus 
b) 6 feet to the water pipe 
c) 6 1⁄2 feet to the protection apparatus 
d) 6 1⁄2 feet to the water pipe correct answer: A: ...
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Add to cartWhere a water pipe passes over an indoor motor control center, leak protection apparatus shall have a MINIMUM clearance of _____. 
 
a) 6 feet to the protection apparatus 
b) 6 feet to the water pipe 
c) 6 1⁄2 feet to the protection apparatus 
d) 6 1⁄2 feet to the water pipe correct answer: A: ...
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There are six conductors in a race way connected to 75° C rated circuit breaker. Each wire has a 70 amp load using THHM conductors. The minimum size conductors used our #_________AWG correct answer: 4 
 
Thermal insulation shall not be installed within _________inches of recessed lighting fixtures...
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Add to cartThere are six conductors in a race way connected to 75° C rated circuit breaker. Each wire has a 70 amp load using THHM conductors. The minimum size conductors used our #_________AWG correct answer: 4 
 
Thermal insulation shall not be installed within _________inches of recessed lighting fixtures...
The overhead conductors between the utility electric supply system and the service point is called the correct answer: Service drop 
 
If a switch or circuit breaker serves as the disconnecting means for a permanently connected motor driven appliance of more than —- horsepower , it shall be locat...
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Add to cartThe overhead conductors between the utility electric supply system and the service point is called the correct answer: Service drop 
 
If a switch or circuit breaker serves as the disconnecting means for a permanently connected motor driven appliance of more than —- horsepower , it shall be locat...
Defects on gas piping or fittings shall be _____.(A) repaired(B) replaced or repaired and retested(C) repaired by a certified welder(D) ignored, as the operating pressure is much less than the air test. correct answer: B. Fitting shall be replaced or repaired and retested. UMC Section 1316.4.3 
 
E...
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Add to cartDefects on gas piping or fittings shall be _____.(A) repaired(B) replaced or repaired and retested(C) repaired by a certified welder(D) ignored, as the operating pressure is much less than the air test. correct answer: B. Fitting shall be replaced or repaired and retested. UMC Section 1316.4.3 
 
E...
What is the minimum space between ground rods? correct answer: Six feet 
 
What color triangle marking will be on a noise cancelling outlet? correct answer: Orange 
 
Fraud, deceit, or willful violation of the electrical administrative act may incur of a fine of.... correct answer: Not more than ...
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Add to cartWhat is the minimum space between ground rods? correct answer: Six feet 
 
What color triangle marking will be on a noise cancelling outlet? correct answer: Orange 
 
Fraud, deceit, or willful violation of the electrical administrative act may incur of a fine of.... correct answer: Not more than ...
NEC Article ______ defines breakers and fuses. correct answer: According to NEC Article 100, a device that opens and closes a circuit by nonautomatic means automatically closes for a predetermined overcurrent. 
 
Annex _____ of NEC covers conduit fill. correct answer: Annex C of NEC covers conduit...
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Add to cartNEC Article ______ defines breakers and fuses. correct answer: According to NEC Article 100, a device that opens and closes a circuit by nonautomatic means automatically closes for a predetermined overcurrent. 
 
Annex _____ of NEC covers conduit fill. correct answer: Annex C of NEC covers conduit...
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Type ____ is multiconductor cable identified for use as underground service entrance cable. correct answer: Type USE cable 
 
Knife switch rated for more than 1200 Amps at 250Volts or less correct answer: Can be used only as isolating switch, shall not be opened under load 
 
Track lighting with o...
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Add to cartType ____ is multiconductor cable identified for use as underground service entrance cable. correct answer: Type USE cable 
 
Knife switch rated for more than 1200 Amps at 250Volts or less correct answer: Can be used only as isolating switch, shall not be opened under load 
 
Track lighting with o...
Where the outer sheath of Type MI cable is made of steel _____________. 
 
A. it shall provide an adequate path to serve as an equipment grounding conductor 
 
B. a separate equipment grounding conductor shall be provided 
 
C. the grounding and grounded conductors shall be connected together 
 
D. ...
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Add to cartWhere the outer sheath of Type MI cable is made of steel _____________. 
 
A. it shall provide an adequate path to serve as an equipment grounding conductor 
 
B. a separate equipment grounding conductor shall be provided 
 
C. the grounding and grounded conductors shall be connected together 
 
D. ...
In dwelling units and guest rooms of hotels and motels, overcurrent protection devices shall NOT be located in _____. correct answer: bathrooms 
 
The conductors in multiconductor portable cables, of over 600 volts nominal, used to connect mobile equipment and machinery, shall be at least size ____...
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Add to cartIn dwelling units and guest rooms of hotels and motels, overcurrent protection devices shall NOT be located in _____. correct answer: bathrooms 
 
The conductors in multiconductor portable cables, of over 600 volts nominal, used to connect mobile equipment and machinery, shall be at least size ____...
What is the MAXIMUM allowable voltage that conductors within electrical nonmetallic tubing (ENT) may carry? 
a. 1000 
b. 2000 
c. 600 
d. 240 correct answer: 1000 
 
NFPA 70 : NEC 2017 : 300.2, 362.1 
 
Unprotected cable is to be installed in holes bored in wood studs. Each hole shall be bored so t...
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Add to cartWhat is the MAXIMUM allowable voltage that conductors within electrical nonmetallic tubing (ENT) may carry? 
a. 1000 
b. 2000 
c. 600 
d. 240 correct answer: 1000 
 
NFPA 70 : NEC 2017 : 300.2, 362.1 
 
Unprotected cable is to be installed in holes bored in wood studs. Each hole shall be bored so t...
Who can grant a variance for electrical work? correct answer: the department or city that has inspection jurisdiction 
 
Residential buildings wired in Canada, then moved into Washington, must be inspected to ensure compliance with minimum safety requirements. Which is not one of these safety requi...
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Add to cartWho can grant a variance for electrical work? correct answer: the department or city that has inspection jurisdiction 
 
Residential buildings wired in Canada, then moved into Washington, must be inspected to ensure compliance with minimum safety requirements. Which is not one of these safety requi...
How many apprentices can a journeyman directly supervise? correct answer: 2 
 
When performing any service work on a customers heating system the licensee must notify the homeowner of? correct answer: Efficiency and code violations 
 
Can a licensed journeyman perform a cleaning on wood/oil combin...
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Add to cartHow many apprentices can a journeyman directly supervise? correct answer: 2 
 
When performing any service work on a customers heating system the licensee must notify the homeowner of? correct answer: Efficiency and code violations 
 
Can a licensed journeyman perform a cleaning on wood/oil combin...
For electrically operated in - sink waste disposers, what is the minimum and maximum length allowed for electrical cable? correct answer: 18 inches- 36 inches. 
422.16 (B)(1)(2) 
 
Rigid metal conduit must be securely fastened within how many feet of junction box? correct answer: 3 feet. 
344.30 (...
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Add to cartFor electrically operated in - sink waste disposers, what is the minimum and maximum length allowed for electrical cable? correct answer: 18 inches- 36 inches. 
422.16 (B)(1)(2) 
 
Rigid metal conduit must be securely fastened within how many feet of junction box? correct answer: 3 feet. 
344.30 (...
when an electrical circuit tested with ohm meter, a short circuit is indicated by a reading of... correct answer: 0 
 
If the panel board rating is 100 amperes, what shall be the overcurrent device rating located in panelboard? correct answer: NEC 408.36 
the overcurrent device rating must not be ...
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Add to cartwhen an electrical circuit tested with ohm meter, a short circuit is indicated by a reading of... correct answer: 0 
 
If the panel board rating is 100 amperes, what shall be the overcurrent device rating located in panelboard? correct answer: NEC 408.36 
the overcurrent device rating must not be ...
Threads of drainage fittings shall be tapped as to allow _____ pitch per foot correct answer: 1/4" 
 
Lead used for safe pans shall not be less than ________ per square foot correct answer: 4 lbs 
 
Name 3 allowable materials for the DWV system "underground" correct answer: Copper Tube, Cast I...
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Add to cartThreads of drainage fittings shall be tapped as to allow _____ pitch per foot correct answer: 1/4" 
 
Lead used for safe pans shall not be less than ________ per square foot correct answer: 4 lbs 
 
Name 3 allowable materials for the DWV system "underground" correct answer: Copper Tube, Cast I...
And advantage of an electromagnet over a permanent magnet is correct answer: An electromagnet can be switched on and off 
 
An excellent diffuser surface is one that correct answer: Scatters light uniformly in all directions 
 
Light is converted into electricity correct answer: In a photovoltaic...
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Add to cartAnd advantage of an electromagnet over a permanent magnet is correct answer: An electromagnet can be switched on and off 
 
An excellent diffuser surface is one that correct answer: Scatters light uniformly in all directions 
 
Light is converted into electricity correct answer: In a photovoltaic...
1. Disregarding exceptions, dry-type transformers located indoors having a rating of greater than _____ shall be installed in a transformer room of fire-resistant construction. 
 
A. 75 KVA 
B. 87 1/2 KVA 
C. 112 1/2 KVA 
D. 50 KVA correct answer: C- 112 1/2 KVA 
 
450.21(B) pg 335 
 
2. What is th...
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Add to cart1. Disregarding exceptions, dry-type transformers located indoors having a rating of greater than _____ shall be installed in a transformer room of fire-resistant construction. 
 
A. 75 KVA 
B. 87 1/2 KVA 
C. 112 1/2 KVA 
D. 50 KVA correct answer: C- 112 1/2 KVA 
 
450.21(B) pg 335 
 
2. What is th...
That portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final overcurrent device is called the: correct answer: branch circuit 
 
The final sum of the computed loads, based on the minimum code requirements, is the correct answer: Calculated load 
 
As compared to #10, a #8 wire of the same Iength has...
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Add to cartThat portion of a wiring system extending beyond the final overcurrent device is called the: correct answer: branch circuit 
 
The final sum of the computed loads, based on the minimum code requirements, is the correct answer: Calculated load 
 
As compared to #10, a #8 wire of the same Iength has...
Why can a lead acid battery be an explosive hazard? correct answer: Hydrogen gas is produced during charge and discharge. 
 
When a megger is used to check electrical equipment before initial energizing, the electrician will ensure that the phase conductors are free from cuts or abrasions in the in...
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Add to cartWhy can a lead acid battery be an explosive hazard? correct answer: Hydrogen gas is produced during charge and discharge. 
 
When a megger is used to check electrical equipment before initial energizing, the electrician will ensure that the phase conductors are free from cuts or abrasions in the in...
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