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Master Examination Practice Drill #8 2011 (16)
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O 1. In commercial and industrial establishments, all 15- and 20- ampere, single-phase, 125 volt receptacles installed in _________ require GFCI protection for personnel. O I. Bathrooms O II. Kitchens A. I only B. II only C. Neither I nor II D. Both I and II
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 1.D210.8(B)(1)&(2)51
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O 2. Communications wires and cables shall have a voltage rating of NOT less than _____. A. 60 volts B. 120 volts C. 300 volts D. 600 volts
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 2.C800.179680
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O 3. An emergency system is required to have NO more than ______ to have power available in the event of failure of the normal electrical supply system. A. 10 seconds B. 15 seconds C. 45 seconds D. 5 minutes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 3.A700.12624
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O 4. X-ray equipment installed in a hospital may be served by a hard service cord with a suitable plug provided the branch-circuit rating does NOT exceed _______. A. 15 amperes B. 20 amperes C. 30 amperes D. 50 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 4.C517.71(A), Ex.455
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O 5. Conductors supplying more than one (1) motor shall have an ampacity of NOT less than _____ of the full-load current rating of the largest motor in the group and 100% of the full-load current ratings of all the other motors in the group. A. 125 percent B. 110 percent C. 150 percent D. 175 percent
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 5.A430.24(1)&(2)318
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O 6. Given: A straight pull of size 4 AWG and larger conductors is to be made in a junction box that will have 3 in. conduit and two (2) 2 in. conduits entering on the same side and exiting on the opposite wall. No splices will be contained in the box. Which of the following listed junction boxes is the MINIMUM required for this installation? A. 18 in. x 12 in. B. 20 in. x 18 in. C. 24 in. x 24 in. D. 30 in. x 30 in.
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 6.C314.28(A)(1)183 3in. (largest conduit) x 8 = 24 in.
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O 7. Given” A recreational vehicle campground has one hundred-fifty (150) campsites provided with electrical power. Twenty-five (25) of the campsites are reserved as tent sites. How many of the sites are required to have a 20-ampere, 125-volt receptacle? A. 105 B. 125 C. 150 D. None
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 7.C551.71500
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O 8. Determine the MAXIMUM overcurrent protection permitted for size 14 AWG THWN copper motor control-circuit conductors tapped from the load side of a motor overcurrent protection device. Given: The conductors require short-circuit protection and do not extend beyond the motor control equipment enclosure. A. 20 amperes B. 25 amperes C. 30 amperes D. 100 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 8.DTbl. 430.72 (B)327
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O 9. Where size 6 AWG THWN copper branch- circuit conductors supply a 240-volt, single- phase, 5,000 VA non-motor operated appliance, the MAXIMUM standard size circuit breaker permitted for overcurrent protection on this circuit is rated _______. A. 55 amperes B. 40 amperes C. 35 amperes D. 30 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 9.C422.11(E)(3)291 Single – phase current formula 240.6(A)91 I = Power I = 5,000 VA = 20.8 amperes x 150% = 31.2 amperes Volts Volts *NOTE – The next standard size circuit breaker with a rating of 35 amperes should be selected
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O 10. The ampacity of size 1/0 AWG THWN/THHN, dual-rated copper conductors enclosed in rigid metal conduit (RMC) when installed underground in direct contact with the earth is _______. A. 170 amperes B. 125 amperes C. 130 amperes D. 150 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 10.D300.5(B)137 Tbl. 310.104(A)169 Tbl. 310.15 (B)(16)
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O 11. Every electrified truck parking space intended to provide an electrical supply for transport refrigerated units shall be equipped with a _______. O I. 30 ampere, 480-volt, 3-phase, 3-pole, 4-wire receptacle O II. 60 ampere, 280-volt, 3-phase, 3-pole, 4-wire receptacle A. I only B. II only C. Either I or II D. Both I and II
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 11.C626.31(C(551
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O 12. Flexible cord is permitted to be connected to fluorescent luminaires where the cord ___________. A. Has an ampacity of at least 20 amperes B. Is visible its entire length C. Is at least a size 12 AWG D. Runs through holes in walls
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 12.B410.62(C)(1)(2)a.284
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O 13. An outdoor motor fuel gasoline dispensing pump is considered to be a Class I, Div. 2 hazardous location up to _____ above grade level within _____ horizontally from any edge of the motor fuel pump enclosure. A. 18 inches – 10 feet B. 24 inches – 20 feet C. 24 inches – 10 feet D. 18 inches – 30 feet
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 13.ATbl. 514.3(B)(1)426
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O 14. Determine the MAXIMUM permitted operational setting of an adjustable inverse time circuit breaker used for branch-circuit, short-circuit and ground-fault protection of a 15 hp, 208-volt, three-phase, squirrel cage, Design B, continuous-duty ac motor. Assume the rating you select will be sufficient for the starting current of the motor and exceptions need not be applied. A. 46.20 amperes B. 80.85 amperes C. 115.5 amperes D. 369.6 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 14.C430.6(A)(1)311 Tbl. 430.250338 430.52(C)(1)322 Tbl. 430.52323 FLC of motor – 46.2 amperes x 250% = 115.5 amperes
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O 15. What is the MAXIMUM distance between supports for straight horizontal runs of trade size 1 ½ in. PVC conduit? A. 10 feet B. 8 feet C. 6 feet D. 5 feet
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 15.DTbl. 352.30210
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O 16. Unless approved for a higher voltage, surface nonmetallic raceways are NOT permitted where the voltage is _______ or more between conductors. A. 120 volts B. 150 volts C. 300 volts D. 277 volts
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 16.C388.12(3)237
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O 17. Determine the MAXIMUM size overload protection required for a 480-volt, 3-phase, 15 hp, continuous-duty ac motor, where given the following related information. Assume the value you select will permit the overload device to carry the motor load and modification of this value is not required. Design C Temperature rise – 40° C Service factor – 1.12 Nameplate ampere rating – 18 amperes A. 20.7 amperesC. 22.5 amperes B. 18.0 amperesD. 23.4 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 17.A430.6(A)(2)312 430.32(A)(1)319 FLA = 18 amperes x 115% = 20.7 amperes
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O 18. Any pipe or duct system foreign to the electrical installation must not enter a transformer vault? Which of the following listed is NOT considered foreign to the vault? A. A roof drain B. A building water main C. An air duct passing through the vault D. An automatic fire protection water sprinkler
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 18. D450.47355
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O 19. Given: A 50 kVA transformer with a 480- volt, 3-phase, primary and a 208Y/120 volt, 3-phase secondary is to be installed. Overcurrent protection is required on both primary and secondary side of the transformer. Determine the MAXIMUM size overcurrent protection device permitted on the primary side. A. 125 amperes B. 150 amperes C. 175 amperes D. 200 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 19.B450.3(B)348 Tbl. 450.3(B)349 240.6(A(91 3 – phase current formula I = kVA x 1000 I = 50 x 1000 = 50,000 = 60.2 amperes E x 1.732 480 volts x 1.732 831.36 60.2 amperes x 250% = 150.5 amperes *NOTE – A 150 ampere OCP device is required
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O 20. An inverse time circuit breaker used as the disconnecting means for a 50 hp, 480- volt, three-phase continuous-duty, induction- type type ac motor shall have an ampere rating of at LEAST ________. A. 82 amperes B. 75 amperes C. 163 amperes D. 98 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 20.B430.6(A)(1)311 Tbl. 430.250338 430.110(A)332 FLC of motor = 65 amperes x 74.75 amperes
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O 21. Circuit breakers are NOT rated to carry 100 percent of the continuous load continuously, unless they have a rating for at LEAST _________. A. 100 amperes B. 200 amperes C. 400 amperes D. 600 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 21.DTrade Knowledge
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O 22. A fifteen (15) ft. horizontal run of rigid metal conduit (RMC) is to be installed between two enclosures located in a Class II, Division 1 hazardous location. One enclosure is dust ignition proof, the other is not. The NEC® requires a MINIMUM of _______ sealing fittings. A. None required B. One C. Two D. Three
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 22.A502.15(2)387
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O 32. Where fuses are used for motor overload protection, if the supply system is a 3-wire, 3-phase, ac with one conductor grounded, the NEC® requires a MINIMUM of how many fuses? A. None required B. One C. Two D. Three
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 23.D430.36321
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O 24. Conductors leading to a gasoline motor fuel dispensing pump shall be _________. A. Provided with a switch B. Red in color C. Orange in color D. Insulated with MTW insulation
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 24.A514.11(A)428
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O 25. In general, direct-buried cables of 13,000 volts must be buried at a depth of NOT less than ______. A. 24 inches B. 30 inches C. 36 inches D. 42 inches
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 25.BTbl. 300.50, Col. 1146
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O 1. In commercial and industrial establishments, all 15- and 20- ampere, single-phase, 125 volt receptacles installed in _________ require GFCI protection for personnel. O I. Bathrooms O II. Kitchens A. I only B. II only C. Neither I nor II D. Both I and II
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 1.D210.8(B)(1)&(2)51
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O 2. Communications wires and cables shall have a voltage rating of NOT less than _____. A. 60 volts B. 120 volts C. 300 volts D. 600 volts
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 2.C800.179680
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O 3. An emergency system is required to have NO more than ______ to have power available in the event of failure of the normal electrical supply system. A. 10 seconds B. 15 seconds C. 45 seconds D. 5 minutes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 3.A700.12624
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O 4. X-ray equipment installed in a hospital may be served by a hard service cord with a suitable plug provided the branch-circuit rating does NOT exceed _______. A. 15 amperes B. 20 amperes C. 30 amperes D. 50 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 4.C517.71(A), Ex.455
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O 5. Conductors supplying more than one (1) motor shall have an ampacity of NOT less than _____ of the full-load current rating of the largest motor in the group and 100% of the full-load current ratings of all the other motors in the group. A. 125 percent B. 110 percent C. 150 percent D. 175 percent
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 5.A430.24(1)&(2)318
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O 6. Given: A straight pull of size 4 AWG and larger conductors is to be made in a junction box that will have 3 in. conduit and two (2) 2 in. conduits entering on the same side and exiting on the opposite wall. No splices will be contained in the box. Which of the following listed junction boxes is the MINIMUM required for this installation? A. 18 in. x 12 in. B. 20 in. x 18 in. C. 24 in. x 24 in. D. 30 in. x 30 in.
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 6.C314.28(A)(1)183 3in. (largest conduit) x 8 = 24 in.
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O 7. Given” A recreational vehicle campground has one hundred-fifty (150) campsites provided with electrical power. Twenty-five (25) of the campsites are reserved as tent sites. How many of the sites are required to have a 20-ampere, 125-volt receptacle? A. 105 B. 125 C. 150 D. None
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 7.C551.71500
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O 8. Determine the MAXIMUM overcurrent protection permitted for size 14 AWG THWN copper motor control-circuit conductors tapped from the load side of a motor overcurrent protection device. Given: The conductors require short-circuit protection and do not extend beyond the motor control equipment enclosure. A. 20 amperes B. 25 amperes C. 30 amperes D. 100 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 8.DTbl. 430.72 (B)327
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O 9. Where size 6 AWG THWN copper branch- circuit conductors supply a 240-volt, single- phase, 5,000 VA non-motor operated appliance, the MAXIMUM standard size circuit breaker permitted for overcurrent protection on this circuit is rated _______. A. 55 amperes B. 40 amperes C. 35 amperes D. 30 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 9.C422.11(E)(3)291 Single – phase current formula 240.6(A)91 I = Power I = 5,000 VA = 20.8 amperes x 150% = 31.2 amperes Volts Volts *NOTE – The next standard size circuit breaker with a rating of 35 amperes should be selected
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O 10. The ampacity of size 1/0 AWG THWN/THHN, dual-rated copper conductors enclosed in rigid metal conduit (RMC) when installed underground in direct contact with the earth is _______. A. 170 amperes B. 125 amperes C. 130 amperes D. 150 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 10.D300.5(B)137 Tbl. 310.104(A)169 Tbl. 310.15 (B)(16)
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O 11. Every electrified truck parking space intended to provide an electrical supply for transport refrigerated units shall be equipped with a _______. O I. 30 ampere, 480-volt, 3-phase, 3-pole, 4-wire receptacle O II. 60 ampere, 280-volt, 3-phase, 3-pole, 4-wire receptacle A. I only B. II only C. Either I or II D. Both I and II
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 11.C626.31(C(551
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O 12. Flexible cord is permitted to be connected to fluorescent luminaires where the cord ___________. A. Has an ampacity of at least 20 amperes B. Is visible its entire length C. Is at least a size 12 AWG D. Runs through holes in walls
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 12.B410.62(C)(1)(2)a.284
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O 13. An outdoor motor fuel gasoline dispensing pump is considered to be a Class I, Div. 2 hazardous location up to _____ above grade level within _____ horizontally from any edge of the motor fuel pump enclosure. A. 18 inches – 10 feet B. 24 inches – 20 feet C. 24 inches – 10 feet D. 18 inches – 30 feet
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 13.ATbl. 514.3(B)(1)426
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O 14. Determine the MAXIMUM permitted operational setting of an adjustable inverse time circuit breaker used for branch-circuit, short-circuit and ground-fault protection of a 15 hp, 208-volt, three-phase, squirrel cage, Design B, continuous-duty ac motor. Assume the rating you select will be sufficient for the starting current of the motor and exceptions need not be applied. A. 46.20 amperes B. 80.85 amperes C. 115.5 amperes D. 369.6 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 14.C430.6(A)(1)311 Tbl. 430.250338 430.52(C)(1)322 Tbl. 430.52323 FLC of motor – 46.2 amperes x 250% = 115.5 amperes
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O 15. What is the MAXIMUM distance between supports for straight horizontal runs of trade size 1 ½ in. PVC conduit? A. 10 feet B. 8 feet C. 6 feet D. 5 feet
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 15.DTbl. 352.30210
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O 16. Unless approved for a higher voltage, surface nonmetallic raceways are NOT permitted where the voltage is _______ or more between conductors. A. 120 volts B. 150 volts C. 300 volts D. 277 volts
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 16.C388.12(3)237
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O 17. Determine the MAXIMUM size overload protection required for a 480-volt, 3-phase, 15 hp, continuous-duty ac motor, where given the following related information. Assume the value you select will permit the overload device to carry the motor load and modification of this value is not required. Design C Temperature rise – 40° C Service factor – 1.12 Nameplate ampere rating – 18 amperes A. 20.7 amperesC. 22.5 amperes B. 18.0 amperesD. 23.4 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 17.A430.6(A)(2)312 430.32(A)(1)319 FLA = 18 amperes x 115% = 20.7 amperes
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O 18. Any pipe or duct system foreign to the electrical installation must not enter a transformer vault? Which of the following listed is NOT considered foreign to the vault? A. A roof drain B. A building water main C. An air duct passing through the vault D. An automatic fire protection water sprinkler
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 18. D450.47355
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O 19. Given: A 50 kVA transformer with a 480- volt, 3-phase, primary and a 208Y/120 volt, 3-phase secondary is to be installed. Overcurrent protection is required on both primary and secondary side of the transformer. Determine the MAXIMUM size overcurrent protection device permitted on the primary side. A. 125 amperes B. 150 amperes C. 175 amperes D. 200 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 19.B450.3(B)348 Tbl. 450.3(B)349 240.6(A(91 3 – phase current formula I = kVA x 1000 I = 50 x 1000 = 50,000 = 60.2 amperes E x 1.732 480 volts x 1.732 831.36 60.2 amperes x 250% = 150.5 amperes *NOTE – A 150 ampere OCP device is required
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O 20. An inverse time circuit breaker used as the disconnecting means for a 50 hp, 480- volt, three-phase continuous-duty, induction- type type ac motor shall have an ampere rating of at LEAST ________. A. 82 amperes B. 75 amperes C. 163 amperes D. 98 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 20.B430.6(A)(1)311 Tbl. 430.250338 430.110(A)332 FLC of motor = 65 amperes x 74.75 amperes
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O 21. Circuit breakers are NOT rated to carry 100 percent of the continuous load continuously, unless they have a rating for at LEAST _________. A. 100 amperes B. 200 amperes C. 400 amperes D. 600 amperes
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 21.DTrade Knowledge
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O 22. A fifteen (15) ft. horizontal run of rigid metal conduit (RMC) is to be installed between two enclosures located in a Class II, Division 1 hazardous location. One enclosure is dust ignition proof, the other is not. The NEC® requires a MINIMUM of _______ sealing fittings. A. None required B. One C. Two D. Three
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 22.A502.15(2)387
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O 32. Where fuses are used for motor overload protection, if the supply system is a 3-wire, 3-phase, ac with one conductor grounded, the NEC® requires a MINIMUM of how many fuses? A. None required B. One C. Two D. Three
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 23.D430.36321
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O 24. Conductors leading to a gasoline motor fuel dispensing pump shall be _________. A. Provided with a switch B. Red in color C. Orange in color D. Insulated with MTW insulation
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 24.A514.11(A)428
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O 25. In general, direct-buried cables of 13,000 volts must be buried at a depth of NOT less than ______. A. 24 inches B. 30 inches C. 36 inches D. 42 inches
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QuestionAnswerReferenceNEC PG. # 25.BTbl. 300.50, Col. 1146
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