Core National Electrical Code vocabulary and article organization tested on electrician licensing exams.
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- What does AWG stand for in NEC?
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American Wire Gauge- Define ampacity in the NEC context
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The maximum electric current a conductor can safely carry continuously- What is the purpose of NEC Article 90?
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Provides an introduction to the code and its general requirements- Which NEC article contains definitions of key terms?
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Article 100- What does GFCI stand for?
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Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter- Define bonding in the NEC
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The permanent joining of metallic parts to form an electrically conductive path- What is a branch circuit according to the NEC?
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The circuit conductors between the final overcurrent device and the outlet(s)- Which NEC article governs branch circuit requirements?
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Article 210- What is EMT in electrical installations?
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Electrical Metallic Tubing - a rigid conduit used to protect conductors- Define a conductor in NEC terminology
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A material that permits the flow of electric current with minimal resistance- What is the purpose of NEC Article 250?
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Covers grounding and bonding requirements throughout the electrical system- Which NEC article contains requirements for wiring methods?
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Article 300- Define the neutral conductor in an electrical system
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The return path for current in a circuit, typically grounded at the service- What is a hot conductor?
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A current-carrying conductor at a voltage above ground- What does disconnect mean in NEC context?
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A device that can be operated manually to disconnect equipment from its source
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