Test Bank - Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code, 10th Edition Miller & Sandefur
Chapter 01
1. The NEC®arose as a consensus of more than 1,200 individuals primarily to
a. standardize price schedules.
b. combat a growing epidemic of electrical fires.
c. standardize equipment.
d. use as a marketing tool.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.03 - Explain how the NEC began and its purpose.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/22/2026 11:12 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:03 AM
2. Which agency is responsible for the maintenance and publication of the NEC®?
a. National Association of Electrical Engineers (NAEE)
b. National Firefighters Association (NFA)
c. Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
d. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.04 - Explain how changes to the Code evolve.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/22/2026 11:42 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:06 AM
3. NEC® tables such as 210.21(B)(3) present a requirement’s
a. multiple application possibilities.
b. pricing structures.
c. revision schedules.
d. governing agencies.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.05 - Summarize the terminology, presentation, and format of the
NEC.
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,Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/22/2026 10:31 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:06 AM
4. Mandatory rules in the NEC® contain the language
a. must or must not.
b. shall or shall not.
c. penalties for noncompliance
d. suggested but discretionary
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.05 - Summarize the terminology, presentation, and format of the
NEC.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:38 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:07 AM
5. “Warnings” found in The Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code 10e indicate
a. additional information relevant to the topic being discussed.
b. particular care is needed during the application being discussed.
c. the wiring method illustrated should be used.
d. potential danger.
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: This Resource
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.05 - Summarize the terminology, presentation, and format of the
NEC.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:51 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:09 AM
6. In addition to installation rules, the NEC® is concerned with the
a. personnel installing electrical equipment.
b. licensing requirements for electrical contractors.
c. type and quality of electrical wiring system materials.
d. supervising agency responsible for electrical permits.
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
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Chapter 01
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.07 - Explain why the NEC is concerned with equipment and
material standards.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:54 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:10 AM
7. The term labeled means tha
a. equipment or material must continue to comply with the appropriate standards (or performance) under which
the labeling was granted.
b. equipment, materials, or services meet appropriate designated standards or have not been excessively taxed.
c. equipment or material complies with discretionary standards as listed in the NEC®.
d. equipment or material is labeled for sale to general or subcontractors.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.08 - Identify various trademark logos that denote listed and
labeled products.
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:58 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:11 AM
8. The term listed means that
a. equipment, materials, or services meet appropriate designated standards or have been tested and found suitable
for a specified purpose.
b. equipment or material must continue to comply with all published standards.
c. equipment or material complies with discretionary standards as listed in the NEC®.
d. equipment or material is listed for sale by general or subcontractors.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.08 - Identify various trademark logos that denote listed and
labeled products.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 2:01 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:12 AM
9. The NRTL program specified in the regulation OSHA Recognition Process for Nationally Recognized Testing
Laboratories
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a. regulates training standards.
b. egulates labor standards for electrical contractors.
c. accredits and regulates independent laboratories.
d. accredits electrical material manufacturing facilities.
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.09 - Describe role of nationally recognized testing laboratories
(NRTL) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) as well as the
expanded role of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 2:04 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:12 AM
10. The UL logo indicates that
a. the listed product is guaranteed to be risk free.
b. the listed product complies with UL standards.
c. the product complies with OSHA standards.
d. independent testing was performed on that product in Underwriter’s Laboratories.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.09 - Describe role of nationally recognized testing laboratories
(NRTL) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) as well as the
expanded role of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 2:07 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:13 AM
11. The word luminaire refers to
a. the light source only.
b. the complete lighting unit.
c. the lampholder.
d. parts to position the light source.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: This Resource
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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Chapter 01
1. The NEC®arose as a consensus of more than 1,200 individuals primarily to
a. standardize price schedules.
b. combat a growing epidemic of electrical fires.
c. standardize equipment.
d. use as a marketing tool.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.03 - Explain how the NEC began and its purpose.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/22/2026 11:12 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:03 AM
2. Which agency is responsible for the maintenance and publication of the NEC®?
a. National Association of Electrical Engineers (NAEE)
b. National Firefighters Association (NFA)
c. Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
d. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.04 - Explain how changes to the Code evolve.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/22/2026 11:42 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:06 AM
3. NEC® tables such as 210.21(B)(3) present a requirement’s
a. multiple application possibilities.
b. pricing structures.
c. revision schedules.
d. governing agencies.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.05 - Summarize the terminology, presentation, and format of the
NEC.
Page 1
,Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/22/2026 10:31 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:06 AM
4. Mandatory rules in the NEC® contain the language
a. must or must not.
b. shall or shall not.
c. penalties for noncompliance
d. suggested but discretionary
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: The National Electrical Code
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.05 - Summarize the terminology, presentation, and format of the
NEC.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:38 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:07 AM
5. “Warnings” found in The Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code 10e indicate
a. additional information relevant to the topic being discussed.
b. particular care is needed during the application being discussed.
c. the wiring method illustrated should be used.
d. potential danger.
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: This Resource
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.05 - Summarize the terminology, presentation, and format of the
NEC.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:51 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:09 AM
6. In addition to installation rules, the NEC® is concerned with the
a. personnel installing electrical equipment.
b. licensing requirements for electrical contractors.
c. type and quality of electrical wiring system materials.
d. supervising agency responsible for electrical permits.
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
Page 2
,Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.07 - Explain why the NEC is concerned with equipment and
material standards.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:54 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:10 AM
7. The term labeled means tha
a. equipment or material must continue to comply with the appropriate standards (or performance) under which
the labeling was granted.
b. equipment, materials, or services meet appropriate designated standards or have not been excessively taxed.
c. equipment or material complies with discretionary standards as listed in the NEC®.
d. equipment or material is labeled for sale to general or subcontractors.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.08 - Identify various trademark logos that denote listed and
labeled products.
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 1:58 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:11 AM
8. The term listed means that
a. equipment, materials, or services meet appropriate designated standards or have been tested and found suitable
for a specified purpose.
b. equipment or material must continue to comply with all published standards.
c. equipment or material complies with discretionary standards as listed in the NEC®.
d. equipment or material is listed for sale by general or subcontractors.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.08 - Identify various trademark logos that denote listed and
labeled products.
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 2:01 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:12 AM
9. The NRTL program specified in the regulation OSHA Recognition Process for Nationally Recognized Testing
Laboratories
Page 3
, Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01
a. regulates training standards.
b. egulates labor standards for electrical contractors.
c. accredits and regulates independent laboratories.
d. accredits electrical material manufacturing facilities.
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.09 - Describe role of nationally recognized testing laboratories
(NRTL) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) as well as the
expanded role of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 2:04 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:12 AM
10. The UL logo indicates that
a. the listed product is guaranteed to be risk free.
b. the listed product complies with UL standards.
c. the product complies with OSHA standards.
d. independent testing was performed on that product in Underwriter’s Laboratories.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: Wiring System Product Standards
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: NEC.MILL.SANDE.24.01.09 - Describe role of nationally recognized testing laboratories
(NRTL) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) as well as the
expanded role of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 2/23/2026 2:07 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 2/23/2026 5:13 AM
11. The word luminaire refers to
a. the light source only.
b. the complete lighting unit.
c. the lampholder.
d. parts to position the light source.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: This Resource
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
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