Kentucky Division of Electrical Kentucky Electrician /
Journeyman Electrician Examination
SECTION I: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, DEFINITIONS & KENTUCKY LAW
Question 1. According to Article 100 of the 2023 NEC, what is the definition of a
"continuous load"?
A) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 1 hour or more
B) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 2 hours or
more
C) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 3 hours or
more
D) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 4 hours or
more
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NEC Article 100 defines a continuous load as a load where the
maximum current is expected to continue for 3 hours or more. This definition is
critical for sizing conductors and overcurrent protection, as continuous loads
require additional capacity per NEC 210.19(A)(1) and 215.2(A)(1). A load
continuing for exactly 3 hours meets the threshold; any duration less than 3 hours
is considered noncontinuous.
Question 2. Under Kentucky Electrical Licensing Law (KRS 227A), a journeyman
electrician may supervise an apprentice on projects up to which maximum
voltage?
A) 120 V AC only
B) 240 V AC only
C) 600 V AC or DC
D) 1,000 V AC only
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale: Kentucky journeyman licensure permits supervision of work up
to 600 V AC or DC, matching the state's adoption of the NEC voltage limits for
standard journeyman scope. Work exceeding 600 V generally falls under master
electrician or special utility classifications.
Question 3. Which Kentucky agency oversees the licensing process for all
electricians and electrical contractors?
A) Kentucky Department of Revenue
B) Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC)
C) Kentucky Public Service Commission
D) Kentucky Labor Cabinet
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and
Construction (DHBC), Division of Electrical, oversees the licensing process for all
electricians and electrical contractors in the Commonwealth. The Division
administers examinations through Prov, Inc. and enforces KRS 227A and 815 KAR
35:060.
Question 4. According to NEC Article 100, what does the term "accessible" (as
applied to equipment) mean?
A) Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or inspections
without requiring those to whom ready access is requisite to climb over or
remove obstacles
B) Admitting close approach because not guarded by locked doors or other
effective means
C) Capable of being removed or exposed without damaging the building structure
or finish
D) Installed behind a locked panelboard door
Correct Answer: A
, Rationale: NEC Article 100 defines "Accessible" (as applied to equipment)
as admitting close approach because not guarded by locked doors, elevation, or
other effective means. "Accessible, Readily" adds the requirement of being
reachable without climbing over or removing obstacles. These are distinct
definitions that appear frequently on the exam.
Question 5. What is the minimum size copper conductor permitted for general
wiring up to 2,000 volts, per NEC 310.3?
A) 18 AWG
B) 16 AWG
C) 14 AWG
D) 12 AWG
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NEC 310.3(A) specifies that the minimum size conductor for
general wiring is 14 AWG copper. This applies to both solid and stranded
conductors unless otherwise permitted by a specific article. Smaller conductors
(16 AWG and 18 AWG) are permitted only for fixture wires, flexible cords, and
similar applications under Articles 402 and 400.
Question 6. Kentucky adopted the 2023 NEC effective on which date?
A) January 1, 2023
B) January 1, 2024
C) January 1, 2025
D) July 1, 2025
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kentucky adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code effective
January 1, 2025, through the Kentucky Building Code (KBC). However, several
provisions — including 210.52(C), 230.67, and 314.27(C) — were delayed until
July 15, 2026, under the 2018 Kentucky Residential Code.
, Question 7. Which NEC Article governs "Use and Identification of Grounded
Conductors"?
A) Article 200
B) Article 210
C) Article 220
D) Article 250
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: NEC Article 200 covers the use and identification of grounded
conductors (neutrals). Article 210 covers branch circuits, Article 220 covers
branch-circuit, feeder, and service load calculations, and Article 250 covers
grounding and bonding. Understanding the scope of each article is essential for
efficient code navigation.
Question 8. In Kentucky, what is the minimum passing score for the journeyman
electrician examination?
A) 60%
B) 70%
C) 75%
D) 80%
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kentucky requires a minimum score of 70 percent to pass the
journeyman electrician examination. The exam is open-book and computer-
based, administered by Prov, Inc. (formerly) and now PSI Exams. Candidates have
4 hours to complete approximately 80 questions.
Question 9. NEC Article 110 covers which of the following?
A) Grounding and bonding
B) Requirements for electrical installations
Journeyman Electrician Examination
SECTION I: GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, DEFINITIONS & KENTUCKY LAW
Question 1. According to Article 100 of the 2023 NEC, what is the definition of a
"continuous load"?
A) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 1 hour or more
B) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 2 hours or
more
C) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 3 hours or
more
D) A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for 4 hours or
more
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NEC Article 100 defines a continuous load as a load where the
maximum current is expected to continue for 3 hours or more. This definition is
critical for sizing conductors and overcurrent protection, as continuous loads
require additional capacity per NEC 210.19(A)(1) and 215.2(A)(1). A load
continuing for exactly 3 hours meets the threshold; any duration less than 3 hours
is considered noncontinuous.
Question 2. Under Kentucky Electrical Licensing Law (KRS 227A), a journeyman
electrician may supervise an apprentice on projects up to which maximum
voltage?
A) 120 V AC only
B) 240 V AC only
C) 600 V AC or DC
D) 1,000 V AC only
Correct Answer: C
, Rationale: Kentucky journeyman licensure permits supervision of work up
to 600 V AC or DC, matching the state's adoption of the NEC voltage limits for
standard journeyman scope. Work exceeding 600 V generally falls under master
electrician or special utility classifications.
Question 3. Which Kentucky agency oversees the licensing process for all
electricians and electrical contractors?
A) Kentucky Department of Revenue
B) Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC)
C) Kentucky Public Service Commission
D) Kentucky Labor Cabinet
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and
Construction (DHBC), Division of Electrical, oversees the licensing process for all
electricians and electrical contractors in the Commonwealth. The Division
administers examinations through Prov, Inc. and enforces KRS 227A and 815 KAR
35:060.
Question 4. According to NEC Article 100, what does the term "accessible" (as
applied to equipment) mean?
A) Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or inspections
without requiring those to whom ready access is requisite to climb over or
remove obstacles
B) Admitting close approach because not guarded by locked doors or other
effective means
C) Capable of being removed or exposed without damaging the building structure
or finish
D) Installed behind a locked panelboard door
Correct Answer: A
, Rationale: NEC Article 100 defines "Accessible" (as applied to equipment)
as admitting close approach because not guarded by locked doors, elevation, or
other effective means. "Accessible, Readily" adds the requirement of being
reachable without climbing over or removing obstacles. These are distinct
definitions that appear frequently on the exam.
Question 5. What is the minimum size copper conductor permitted for general
wiring up to 2,000 volts, per NEC 310.3?
A) 18 AWG
B) 16 AWG
C) 14 AWG
D) 12 AWG
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NEC 310.3(A) specifies that the minimum size conductor for
general wiring is 14 AWG copper. This applies to both solid and stranded
conductors unless otherwise permitted by a specific article. Smaller conductors
(16 AWG and 18 AWG) are permitted only for fixture wires, flexible cords, and
similar applications under Articles 402 and 400.
Question 6. Kentucky adopted the 2023 NEC effective on which date?
A) January 1, 2023
B) January 1, 2024
C) January 1, 2025
D) July 1, 2025
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kentucky adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code effective
January 1, 2025, through the Kentucky Building Code (KBC). However, several
provisions — including 210.52(C), 230.67, and 314.27(C) — were delayed until
July 15, 2026, under the 2018 Kentucky Residential Code.
, Question 7. Which NEC Article governs "Use and Identification of Grounded
Conductors"?
A) Article 200
B) Article 210
C) Article 220
D) Article 250
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: NEC Article 200 covers the use and identification of grounded
conductors (neutrals). Article 210 covers branch circuits, Article 220 covers
branch-circuit, feeder, and service load calculations, and Article 250 covers
grounding and bonding. Understanding the scope of each article is essential for
efficient code navigation.
Question 8. In Kentucky, what is the minimum passing score for the journeyman
electrician examination?
A) 60%
B) 70%
C) 75%
D) 80%
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kentucky requires a minimum score of 70 percent to pass the
journeyman electrician examination. The exam is open-book and computer-
based, administered by Prov, Inc. (formerly) and now PSI Exams. Candidates have
4 hours to complete approximately 80 questions.
Question 9. NEC Article 110 covers which of the following?
A) Grounding and bonding
B) Requirements for electrical installations
