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NYC Electrician (NYC H+H) Exam
Practice Questions 2026-2027 | Answers & Rationales


Q1. Which type of conductor is most commonly used for branch circuits in residential
wiring?


A. Aluminum
B. Copper
C. Silver
D. Iron

Answer: B. Copper

Rationale: Copper is preferred for residential branch circuits due to its high conductivity,
ductility, and reliability per NEC 310. Conductors must be copper unless aluminum is
specifically permitted and properly terminated.




Sources: NYC 2025 Electrical Code (2020 NEC), NYC DOB, 49 CFR Page 1 of 100 | Updated June 2026

, NYC Electrician (NYC H+H) Exam
Practice Questions 2026-2027 | Answers & Rationales


Q2. The 2025 NYC Electrical Code is based on which edition of NFPA 70 National
Electrical Code?


A. 2017 NEC
B. 2020 NEC
C. 2023 NEC
D. 2026 NEC

Answer: B. 2020 NEC

Rationale: NYC 2025 Electrical Code adopts the 2020 NEC with NYC-specific amendments per
DOB. Effective Dec 21, 2025.




Sources: NYC 2025 Electrical Code (2020 NEC), NYC DOB, 49 CFR Page 2 of 100 | Updated June 2026

, NYC Electrician (NYC H+H) Exam
Practice Questions 2026-2027 | Answers & Rationales


Q3. What is the minimum passing score for the NYC Master Electrician written exam?


A. 60%
B. 65%
C. 70%
D. 75%

Answer: C. 70%

Rationale: NYC DOB requires 70% minimum to pass the Master Electrician written exam covering
NYC Electrical Code.




Sources: NYC 2025 Electrical Code (2020 NEC), NYC DOB, 49 CFR Page 3 of 100 | Updated June 2026

, NYC Electrician (NYC H+H) Exam
Practice Questions 2026-2027 | Answers & Rationales


Q4. Who must pull electrical permits for work in NYC?


A. Any licensed journeyman
B. NYC Licensed Master Electrician
C. Property owner
D. General contractor

Answer: B. NYC Licensed Master Electrician

Rationale: Only a NYC Licensed Master Electrician can file permits through DOB NOW and
arrange inspections.




Sources: NYC 2025 Electrical Code (2020 NEC), NYC DOB, 49 CFR Page 4 of 100 | Updated June 2026

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