NCCER Electrical Level 1 - Module 5 Introduction to the NEC(National Electric Code) Questions and Answers

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 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 Certain articles in the NEC are subdivided into ____ with Roman numeral designations. Parts Parts and Articles are subdivided into numbered _______. Sections Although they follow the applicable sections of the NEC, _______ allow alternative methods to be used under specific conditions. Exceptions A(n) ______ is an explanatory material that follows specific NEC sections. Informational Note