Introduction to the NEC(National
Electric Code) Exam Questions and
Answers 100% Pass
Which word or phrase best describes the NEC requirements for the installation of
electrical systems? - ✔✔Minimum
All of the following groups are usually represented on the Code-Making Panels, except
__________. - ✔✔Government lobbyists
Mandatory and permissive rules are defined in _______. - ✔✔NEC Article 90
The general design and installation of electrical systems is covered in _____. - ✔✔NEC
Chapters 1,2,3, and 4
Devices such as radios, televisions, and telephones are covered in _______. - ✔✔NEC
Chapter 8
NEC Article 110 covers _____. - ✔✔General requirements for electrical installations
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, Cable trays are covered in _______. - ✔✔NEC Article 392
Installation procedures for luminaires are provided in _____. - ✔✔NEC Article 410
Theaters are covered in _______. - ✔✔NEC article 520
NEC article 600 covers _______. - ✔✔Electric Signs and Outline Lighting
Examples of branch circuit calculations can be found in _______. - ✔✔NEC Informative
Annex D
Information on conductors for general wiring can be found in ______. - ✔✔NEC Article
310
Within NEC Article 310, locate information on stranded conductors. Which size
conductors must be stranded when installed in raceways? - ✔✔8 AWG or larger
Information on switchboards and panelboards can be found in _____. - ✔✔NEC Article
408
Within NEC Article 408, find the section that covers switchboard clearances. Assuming
the switchboard does not have a noncombustible shield, what is the minimum clearance
between the top of the switchboard and a combustible ceiling? - ✔✔36" (900 mm)
______ are the main topics of the NEC. - ✔✔Articles
Nine _______ form the broad structure of the NEC. - ✔✔Chapters
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