How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections: Multiple Choice with correct answers

A live wire is sometimes called a(n) __________. CORRECT ANSWER ungrounded conductor W = E x __________. CORRECT ANSWER I The maximum breaker rating must _____ the allowable ampacity of the conductor. CORRECT ANSWER not exceed AWG means _____ and is a standardized wire gauge system CORRECT ANSWER American Wire Gauge __________ branch circuit conductors should be sized one to two sizes larger than copper. CORRECT ANSWER Aluminum The following item is safe to insert into an electrical panel: _________. CORRECT ANSWER none of these If a service entrance has a 200-amp supply, the minimum cable size should be ______________. CORRECT ANSWER 2/0 copper or 4/0 aluminum The main panel is also called the _____________. CORRECT ANSWER electrical panel For a 12-gauge copper wire, the maximum overcurrent protection rating is _____ amps. CORRECT ANSWER 20