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NATE AC Service Certification 2025/2026 – 50 Practice Questions with Verified Answers on HVAC Charging, Airflow, Electrical Diagnostics & Safety Codes

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This document includes 50 expertly solved practice questions for the 2025/2026 NATE Air Conditioning Service Certification exam. Topics covered include refrigerant charging calculations, airflow and ductwork, thermostat and relay diagnostics, safety protocols, pressure readings, subcooling, superheat, and electrical troubleshooting. A practical and up-to-date study guide for HVAC technicians aiming for NATE certification success. Keywords: HVAC troubleshooting, refrigerant charging, subcooling calculation, superheat, duct leakage, air handler testing, static pressure, PSC blower motor, condenser operation, capacitor testing, NATE exam prep, R-22 vs R-410A, compressor diagnostics, electronic leak detectors, relay coil continuity, crankcase heater, thermostat diagnostics, airflow measurement, economizer settings

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NATE AC Service Certification 2025/2026
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A system is supplied from the factory with charge of 5 pounds 10 ounces for a 15

foot line set. The line set is 25 feet long. The manufacturer's instruction sheet

specifies 0.6 ounces of refrigeration to be added for each added foot of refrigerant

line set length. What is the total refrigerant charge for the system?




A. 6 ounces

B. 5 pounds

C. 5 pounds 10 ounces


D. 6 pounds - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔D. 6 pounds




15ft - 25ft = 10ft x .6 = 6 ounces


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,5 pounds + 10 ounces + 6 ounces

5 pounds + 16 ounces = 6 pounds

The purpose of using flux when soldering is to:




A. anneal the surface.

B. give better heat flow.

C. reduce oxidation.


D. pre-seal the oxidation. - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔C. reduce oxidation.


Outdoor condensing units that are installed in areas where flooding is possible

must:




A. be mounted above flood level.

B. utilize NEMA 1 enclosures.

C. be mounted under an overhanging eave.




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,D. use water resistant components. - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔A. be mounted above flood

level.

The component used to reduce sound transmission and prevent water leaks on a

rooftop air conditioner packaged unit installation is the:




A. curb gasket.

B. silicone caulk.

C. roof flashing.


D. roofing tar. - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔A. curb gasket.


Return air leakage in a hot attic will:




A. Increase capacity

B. Decrease capacity

C. Increase airflow


D. Decrease airflow - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔B. Decrease capacity


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, An air conditioner refrigerant circuit should be evacuated to a minimum of:




A. 0 microns.

B. 200 microns.

C. 500 microns.


D. 1200 microns. - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔C. 500 microns.


Which of the following substances could create an extremely dangerous condition

if used to check refrigeration system for leaks?




A. R-22

B. Nitrogen

C. Oxygen


D. Carbon Dioxide - 🧠ANSWER ✔✔D. Carbon Dioxide


The subcooling method for checking charge is generally used on air conditioners

with what type of metering?


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