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How many wires do you need to transmit 3-phase power?
Ans: 3
The code defines a "continuous load" as one in which the load is
expected to continue for ___ hours or more.
Ans: 3
A transformer can be fed on the secondary side. (T/F)
Ans: T
According to the NEC, a wire located in a partially protected area such
as under a roofed open porch would be located in a ____ location
Ans: Damp, Article 100
The term "In sight from" means that it is located within ____ feet and it
is visible
Ans: 50' article 100
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When terminating conductors 6 AWG and larger to terminal parts,
_____ are not permitted to be used as a means of connection.
Ans: Wire binding screws, 110.14 (A)
The working area above a panel shall not be less than ____
Ans: 6.5' , 110.14(A)
The width of the working space shall be 30" or the width of the
equipment, whichever is greater. In no case shall the width of the
working space be smaller than to prevent the door to open at least
____
Ans: 90 degrees, 110.26(A)(2)
For devices with screw shells, the terminal connected to the screw shell
shall be connected to the _____ conductor
Ans: Grounded, 200.10(C)
When a branch circuit is supplied from a DC system, operating at 60
volts or more, each underground conductor of 4 AWG or larger shall be
______ at all termination points.
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Ans: Identified by polarity, 200.10(C)
In a dwelling unit kitchen, which of the following locations requires
GFCI protection?
A.) A receptacle installed to serve kitchen countertop surfaces.
B.) Receptacles installed under a sink.
C.) A receptacle installed within 6' for the edge of a sink.
D.) A & C
E.) All the above
Ans: D, 210.8(A)(6&7)
Where a receptacle is installed within 6 1/2' of a bathtub or shower stall
and is located outside of the bathroom, the receptacle shall be
protected with GFCI. Protection. T/F
Ans: F, 210.8(A)(1&9)
In addition to the number of circuits required by other parts of this
code, laundry branch circuits are required to be installed on a _____
and this circuit shall have no other outlets.
Ans: Individual 20-amp branch circuit, 210,11(C)(2)
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NEC 2017 Journeyman Exam Questions
and Correct Answers/ Latest Update /
Already Graded
How many wires do you need to transmit 3-phase power?
Ans: 3
The code defines a "continuous load" as one in which the load is
expected to continue for ___ hours or more.
Ans: 3
A transformer can be fed on the secondary side. (T/F)
Ans: T
According to the NEC, a wire located in a partially protected area such
as under a roofed open porch would be located in a ____ location
Ans: Damp, Article 100
The term "In sight from" means that it is located within ____ feet and it
is visible
Ans: 50' article 100
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When terminating conductors 6 AWG and larger to terminal parts,
_____ are not permitted to be used as a means of connection.
Ans: Wire binding screws, 110.14 (A)
The working area above a panel shall not be less than ____
Ans: 6.5' , 110.14(A)
The width of the working space shall be 30" or the width of the
equipment, whichever is greater. In no case shall the width of the
working space be smaller than to prevent the door to open at least
____
Ans: 90 degrees, 110.26(A)(2)
For devices with screw shells, the terminal connected to the screw shell
shall be connected to the _____ conductor
Ans: Grounded, 200.10(C)
When a branch circuit is supplied from a DC system, operating at 60
volts or more, each underground conductor of 4 AWG or larger shall be
______ at all termination points.
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Ans: Identified by polarity, 200.10(C)
In a dwelling unit kitchen, which of the following locations requires
GFCI protection?
A.) A receptacle installed to serve kitchen countertop surfaces.
B.) Receptacles installed under a sink.
C.) A receptacle installed within 6' for the edge of a sink.
D.) A & C
E.) All the above
Ans: D, 210.8(A)(6&7)
Where a receptacle is installed within 6 1/2' of a bathtub or shower stall
and is located outside of the bathroom, the receptacle shall be
protected with GFCI. Protection. T/F
Ans: F, 210.8(A)(1&9)
In addition to the number of circuits required by other parts of this
code, laundry branch circuits are required to be installed on a _____
and this circuit shall have no other outlets.
Ans: Individual 20-amp branch circuit, 210,11(C)(2)
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