PHILIPPINE ELECTRICAL CODE & TECHNICAL SUBJECT

RME BOARD EXAM COMPILATIONS

BY ENGR. JOEL L. JUSAY, MSEE, PEE, REE, RMP, RME
1. The purpose of this Code is the practical safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the use of
electricity. This code contains provisions considered necessary for safety regardless of _____.
a. Efficient use b. convenience c. good service or future expansion d. all of these
2. Compliance with the provisions of the PEC will result in _____.
a. Good electrical service
b. An efficient electrical system
c. an electrical system free from hazard
d. all of these
3. A general term including material, fittings, devices, appliances, fixtures, apparatus, and the like used as a part of,
or in connection with, an electrical installation is _________.
a. Premises wiring (system)
b. Service equipment
c. Utilization equipment
d. equipment
4. The Philippine Electrical Code is_____
a. Intended to be a design manual
b. Meant to be used as an instruction guide for untrained persons
c. For the practical safeguarding of persons and property
d. Published by the Bureau of Standards
5. A transformer would most like to have a ______ efficiency.
a. 60% b. 70% c. 80% d. 90%
6. Chapters 1 through 4 of the PEC apply _______.
a. Generally to all electrical installations
b. To special installations and conditions
c. To special equipment and material
d. All of these
7. The power factor of an incandescent light bulb would _______.
a. Unity b. 0.7 leading c. 0.7 lagging d. zero
8. What is the maximum allowable voltage drop from the distribution panel to the farthest load?
a. 10% b. 5% c. 3% d. 2%
9. A type of AC motor that runs at constant speed and used for such purposes as an electric clock motor is a _____
motor.
a. AC squirrel cage b. AC induction c. wound rotor induction d. synchrounous
10. The rating of the overcurrent protection device shall not be less than the non-continuous load plus a percentage of
the continuous load.
a. 125% b. 80% c. 100% d. 140%
11. ______ is/are classified as a conduit body.
I. LB fitting II. FS Box c. LR fitting
a. I and II only b. II only c. II & III only d. I & III only
12. A branch Circuit that supplies only one utilization equipment is a(n)_____ branch circuit.
a. Individual b. general purpose c. isolated d. special purpose
13. Raceways or cable trays containing electric conductors shall not contain______.
I. Pipe for stream II. Pipe for water III. Tube for air
a. I only b. II only c. III only d. I, II or III
14. A load where the maximum current is expected to continue for three hours or more.
a. Continuous load b. connected load c. maximum load d. average load
15. An advantage of a 240-volt system compared with a 120 volt system of the same path is called _____.
a. Reduced voltage drop
b. Reduce power use
c. Large currents
d. Lower electrical pressure
16. Individual appliances that are continuously loaded shall have the branch circuit rating sized no less than
____percent of the appliance marked ampere rating.
a. 150 b. 100 c. 125 d. 80
17. Not readily accessible to persons unless special means for access as used is ______.
a. Elevated b. guarded c. isolated d. listed
18. For dwelling units, the demand factor for the first 3000 volt-amperes of load is
a. 95% b. 85% c. 100% d. 80%
19. The electrical Code requires that electrical plans and drawings shall be drawn on sheets of the following standard
size. Which one is NOT considered standard?
a. 600 mm x 900 mm b. 217 mm x 279 mm c. 760 mm x 1000 mm d. 500 mm x 760 mm
20. A transformer has a primary voltage of 120 volts and a secondary voltage of 480 volts. If there are 40 turns on the
primary, the secondary contains _______.
a. 10 turns b. 40 turns c. 120 turns d. 160 turns
21. A circuit breaker is a device designated to _____a circuit by non-automatic means and to open the circuit
automatically on a predetermined manner overcurrent without damage to itself when properly applied within its
rating.
a. Blow b. disconnect c. connect d. open and close
22. No point along the floor line in any wall space may be more than______ feet from an outlet.
a. 12 b. 10 c. 8 d. 6 (1,800 mm)
23. A load is considered to be continuous if it is expected to continue for ____hour(s) or more
a. ½ b. 1 c. 2 d.3

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24. Reactance will cause the current in a circuit to vary only when ______
a. AC current flows
b. DC current flows
c. There is no resistance in the circuit
d. There is resistance in the circuit
25. A point in a wiring system at which current is taken to be used in some equipment.
a. Grounded b. conductor c. service entrance d. outlet
26. There are situations where deviations from the code requirements are necessary. Before such deviations are made,
there must be a written permission form one of the following entities. Which one is this?
a. Board of Electrical Engineering b. Code of enforcing Authority c. IIEE Code
Committee d. Philippine Regulatory Board
27. When an ammeter is disconnected from an in-service current transformer, the secondary terminals of the current
transformer must be ______.
a. Shorted b. open c. disconnected d. grounded
28. A dwelling unit having a floor area not more than 50 square meters shall be permitted to have a single 20-A, 2
Wire branch circuit provided the total load shall NOT exceed_____.
a. 3,680 VA b. 3,860 VA c. 3,080 VA d. 3,068 VA
29. Using copper the minimum service entrance conductors shall be_____.
a. 14.0 mm2 b. 8.0 mm2 c. 5.5 mm2 d. 3.5 mm2
30. For screw shell devices with attached leads, the conductor attached to the screw shell shall be _____ in color.
a. White or gray b. orange c. green d. black
31. An instrument that is used to measure the diameter of a wire or cable to thousandths of an inch is a _____.
a. Galvanometer b. micrometer c. hydrometer d. ruler
32. Connected to earth or to some conducting body that serves in place of the earth is called_____.
a. Grounding b. bonded c. grounded d. all of the above
33. The definition of ampacity is _______
a. The current-carrying capacity of conductors expressed in volt-amps
b. The current-carrying capacity of conductors expressed in amperes
c. The current-carrying capacity of conductors expressed in wattage
d. The current in amperes a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of use without
exceeding its temperature rating
34. What is the minimum size THHN conductor that is permitted to terminate on a 70-ampere circuit breaker of fuse?
Be sure to comply with the requirements of Section….
a. No. 8(8mm2) b. No. 6 (14mm2) c. No.4 (22mm2) d. No. 4/0(100mm2)
35. What is the ampacity of No. 8 THHN conductors when installed in a walk-in cooler if the ambient temperature is
50°F?
a. 40 ampere b. 50 ampere c. 55 ampere d. 57 ampere
36. What size conductor is required to feed a 16-ampere load when the conductors are in an ambient temperature of
100°F? The circuit is protected with 20-ampere overcurrent protection device.
a. No. 14 THHN (2.0mm2) b. No. 12 THHN (3.5mm2) c. No. 10 THHN (5.5mm2)
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d. No. 8 THHN (8.0mm )
37. Electrical appliances are connected in parallel because it
a. Makes the operation of appliances independent to each other
b. Results in reduced power loss
c. Is a simple circuit
d. Draws less current
38. The smallest size conductor permitted for branch circuits, feeders, and services for residential, commercial and
industrial locations is ____.
a. No. 14 copper(2.0mm2) b. No. 12 aluminum(3.5mm2) c. No. 12 copper d. a and b
39. What size THHN conductor is required for an air-conditioning unit if the nameplate requires a conductor ampacity of
34 amperes? Terminals of all the equipment and circuit breakers are rated 75°C?
a. No. 12(3.5mm2) b. No. 10(5.5mm2) c. No. 8(8.0mm2) d. No. 4(14.0mm2)
40. A synthetic non-flammable insulating medium which, when decomposed by electric arcs, produces predominantly
non-flammable gases mixture is known as_____
a. Oil b. geritol c. askarel d. phenol
41. The circuit conductors between the service entrance equipment or isolated generating plant and the branch circuit
overload device or devices.
a. Overcurrent protector b. feeder c. motor controller d. disconnecting means
42. A fluorescent light that blinks “on” and “off” repeatly may in time _______.
a. Cause the fuse to blow
b. Cause the switch to wear out
c. Cause the wire to melt
d. Result in damage to the ballast
43. Overhead service conductors form the last pole or other aerial support to and including the splices if any are
called_______ conductors.
a. Service entrance b. service drop c. service d. overhead service
44. A three-phase, 6 pole AC alternator 34 kVA, on a Y-connected system, during one complete mechanical rotation
(360°) will have _____ electrical isolations.
a. 1 b. 1 ½ c. 3 d. 12
45. Illumination is measured in _______.
a. Luminous flux b. lumens c. temperature d. foot candles
46. The underground service conductors between the street main, including any risers at pole or other structure or
from transformers and the first point of connection to the service entrance conductors.
a. Service drop b. service cable c. service lateral d. service neck
47. The connection between the grounded (neutral) conductor and the equipment grounding conductor at the service is
accomplished with the use of a _____jumber.
a. Main bonding b. bonding c. equipment bonding d. circuit bonding
48. A(n) ____ is a point on a wiring system where current is taken to supply equipment that uses electricity.
a. Box b. receptacle c. outlet d. device

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49. Service entrance using copper conductors shall have sufficient capacity and shall NOT be smaller than_____.
a. 5.5 mm2 b. 3.5 mm2 c. 14.0 mm2 d. 8.0 mm2
50. Something constructed , protected or treated so a to prevent rain from interfering with the successful operation of
the apparatus under specified test conditions is defined as_____
a. Raintight b. waterproof c. weathertight d. rainproof
51. As a power factor of a circuit is increased______.
a. Reactive power is decreased
b. Active power is decreased
c. Reactive power is increased
d. Both active and reactive power are increased
52. What is the maximum operating temperature of type THW and THWN conductor?
a. 75°C b. 60°C c. 90°C d. 110°C
53. A capacitor opposes ____.
a. Both a change in voltage and current
b. Change in current
c. Change in voltage
d. None of these
54. A 15A or 20A branch circuit shall be permitted to supply lightings units and other utilization devices. The rating of
any one cord and plug connected appliance shall NOT exceed a certain percentage of the branch circuit rating.
What is this percentage?
a. 80% b. 90% c. 70% d. 60%
55. What is the formula to find watt hours?
a. E x T x 1000 b. E x I x T c. I x E x T/1000 d. E x T x Ø/1000
56. Infrared lamps for industrial heating appliances shall have overcurrent protection not exceeding _____ amperes.
a. 30 b. 40 c. 50 d. 60
57. The breakdown voltage of an insulation depends upon _____ value of AC voltage.
a. r.m.s b. effective c. peak d. 1.732 of peak
58. Insulated ground conductor of 14mm2 or smaller shall be identified by a continuous white outer finish long its entire
length or another color which is
a. Green b. natural gray c. stripped green d. stripped white
59. Which of the following colors identifies the grounded conductor of a branch circuit?
a. Green b. black c. white d. gray
60. DC series motors are used in applications where _____ is required.
a. Constant speed
b. High starting torque
c. Low no-load speed
d. None of these
61. For each small appliance branch circuit, the feeder load shall be ____ per 20A circuit.
a. 1,000 VA b. 1,200 VA c. 1,500 VA d. 1,800 VA
62. What is the maximum load of a 20A circuit breaker protecting a branch circuit that supplies a continuous load?
a. 15 A b. 16 A c. 12 A d. 10 A
63. The electromotive force required to cause a current to flow may be obtained ______.
I. Thermally II. Mechanically III. Chemically
a. I only b. I and III only c. II and III only d. I, II and III
64. A 2.0 mm2 THW copper has an ampacity equal to____.
a. 20A b. 10A c. 15A d. 25A
65. Appliance outlets installed in a dwelling unit for specific appliances, such as laundry equipment, shall be installed
within _____ of the intended location of the appliance.
a. 1,800 mm b. 1,500 mm c. 2,000 mm d. 1,000 mm
d. all of these
66. Where receptacles are connected to a 30 A branch circuit, the maximum allowable cord and plug connected load
shall not be more than
a. 30 A b. 24 A c. 16 A d. 20 A
67. To check voltage to ground, you would check from ______.
a. The breaker to the cabinet
b. Hot to neutral
c. The beaker to the grounding terminal
d. All of these
68. The minimum size of conductors to be used for lighting purposes is
a. 1.5 mm2 b. 1.25 mm2 c. 1.75 mm2 d. 2.0 mm2
69. In no case shall the grounding conductor be smaller than _____ copper.
a. 5.5 mm2 b. 8.0 mm2 c. 3.5 mm2 d. 2.0 mm2
70. Who shall make the final decision in the interpretation of controversial provisions of the Philippine Electrical Code?
a. IIEE Board of Governors b. Board of Electrical engineering c. Building Official
d. IIEE Code Committee
71. Three horsepower is equivalent to ______watts.
a. 764 b. 2292 c. 2238 d. none of these
72. The equipment grounding conductor of a branch circuit shall be identified by a continuous ____ color.
a. white b. yellow c. green d. gray
73. Operation of loads and for interval of time, both of which maybe subject to wide variations.
a. Periodic duty
b. Intermittent duty
c. Continuous duty
d. Varying duty
74. What is the maximum number of overcurrent devices of a lighting and appliance branch circuit panel board shall be
installed in any cabinet or cut out box?
a. 42 b. 50 c. 45 d. 48
75. In estimating the loading of a branch circuit, what loading shall be used for each receptacle?

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 a. 160 volt-ampere b. 120 volt-ampere c. 180 volt-ampere
b. 150 volt-ampere
76. Light fixtures suspended from the ceiling by chains should be wired so that the ______
a. Chain is grounded b. wires help support the fixture c. wires will not touch the chains
d. wires do not support the fixture
77. When soldering a joint, the flux is used to _____
a. Keep the wire cool
b. Keep the surface clean
c. Lubricate the joint
d. Maintain a tight connection
78. Operation of equipment in excess of normal, full load rating or of a conductor in excess of rated ampacity.
a. Overload b. Overvoltage c. Overcurrent d. Surge
79. The branch circuit rating shall NOT be less than______ of the non-continuous load.
a. 125% b. 80% c. 100% d. 115%
80. The electric pressure of a circuit would be the _______.
a. Voltage b. amperage c. resistance d. wattage
81. What size THHN conductors is required for a 50A circuit if the equipment terminals are listed for 75°C conductor
sizing?
a. No. 10 b. No. 8(8.0mm2) c. No. 6 d. all of these
82. The minimum size of wire used in electrical wiring is the former # 14 AWG. Under the metric standard in the PEC,
what is the equivalent size of this wire?
a. 5.5 mm2 b. 1.6 mm2 c. 3.5 mm2 d. 2.0mm2
83. The usual service conditions under which a transformer should be able to carry its rated load are ______
I. At rated secondary voltage or not in excess of 105% of the rated value
II. At rated frequency
III. Temperature of the surrounding cooling air at no time exceeding 40°C (104°F) and average temperature
of the surrounding cooling air during any 24-hour period not exceeding 30°C (86°F)
a. I only b. II only c. III only d. I, II and III
84. The branch circuit load for drying equipment is the larger of either the VA rating of the nameplate or ______.
a. 5,000 VA b. 6,000 VA c. 4,000 VA d. 3,000 VA
85. A unit of an electrical system which is intended to carry but not utilize electric energy
a. Wire b. device c. outlet d. utilization equipment
86. Sizes of building wires manufactured in the Philippines are standardized in square millimetres. What is the area of
copper conductor, which is next larger than 8 square millimetres?
a. 12 mm2 b. 10 mm2 c. 14 mm2 d. 9 mm2
87. What is the nominal supply voltage specified by the Philippine Electrical Code for residential home?
a. 225 volts ac b. 230 volts ac c. 240 volts ac d. 220 volts ac
88. When a circuit breaker is in OPEN position ______.
I. You have a short in the ungrounded conductor
II. You have a short in the grounded conductor
a. I only b. II only c. either I or II d. both I and II
89. Splices and taps shall be made only in ______
a. Pull boxes b. panelboards c. cut out boxes d. junction boxes
90. What is the maximum temperature rating of a THHN insulated conductor?
a. 60°C b. 90°C c. 75 °C d. 100°C
91. Electrical equipment shall be installed ________.
a. Better than the minimum Code allows
b. According to the local code when more stringent than the PEC
c. According to the PEC regardless of local code
d. According to the local Code when less stringent than the PEC
92. Open conductors passing over residential driveways and those commercial areas not subject to truck traffic where
the voltage exceeds 300 V to ground shall have a vertical clearance _____.
3,700 mm b. 4,600 mm c. 3,100 mm d. 5,500 mm
93. The unit lighting for a dwelling unit expressed in watts per square meter shall be
a. 8 watts b. 40 watts c. 24 watts d. 16 watts
94. Batteries supply ____ current.
a. Positive b. negative c. direct d. alternating
95. The equipment grounding conductor shall be identified by ______.
a. A continuous outer green finish
b. Being bare
c. A continuous outer green finish with one or more yellow stripes
d. Any of these
96. To cut rigid metal conduits, an electrician should do one of the following. Which one is this?
a. Order it cut to size from the supplier
b. Use a three-wheel pipe cutter
c. Use a cold chisel and ream the ends
d. Use a hack saw and ream the ends
97. An outlet box should be fastened to a concrete wall by the use of
a. Wood plug and nail b. Toggle bolts c. porcelain insert and screw d. expansion bolts
98. Considered a group of wire twisted to form a metallic string.
a. Duplex wire b. Loop wire c. Solid wire d. Stranded wire
99. A system or circuit conductor that is intentionally grounded is a (n) ______. This conductor is often called a neutral
conductor in the field, and it is identified with the color white or gray.
a. Grounding conductor b. unidentified conductor c. grounded conductor
d. none of the above
100. The highest current at rated voltage that a device is intended to interrupt under standard test conditions is the __
a. Interrupting rating b. manufacturer’s rating c. interrupting capacity
d. GFCI rating

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101. The highest current at rated voltage that a device is intended to interrupt under standard test conditions is the __
b. Interrupting rating b. manufacturer’s rating c. interrupting capacity
d. GFCI rating
102. Which of the following does the Code recognize as a device?
a. Switch b. switch and light bulb c. lock nut and switch d. lock nut and bushing
103. No electrical installation, alteration and or addition shall be connected or re-connected to any power supply or any
other sources of electrical energy without
a. An electrical permit
b. An application for inspection
c. Certificate of payment
d. Certificate of final electrical inspection
104. Varying duty is defined as______.
a. Intermediate operation in which the load conditions are regularly recurrent
b. Operation at substantially constant load for an indefinite length of time
c. Operation for alternate intervals of load and rest, or load, no load, and rest
d. Operation at loads and for intervals of time, both of which may be subjected to wide variations
105. The case or housing of apparatus or the fence of the surrounding an installations to prevent accidental contact of
person to energized parts is called_____.
a. Guarded b. covered c. protection d. an enclosure
106. When the term exposed is used by the Code it refers to ______
a. Capable of being inadvertently touched or approached nearer than a safe distance by a person
b. Parts that are not suitably guarded, isolated, or insulated
c. Wiring on, or attached to, the surface or behind panels being designed to allow access.
d. All of these

107. An overload may be caused by a short circuit or ground fault

a. True b. false
108. A device intended for the protection of personnel that functions to de-energize a circuit within an established period
of time when a current to ground exceeds some predetermined value less than the required to operate the
overcurrent protection device of the supply circuit is a(n)______.
a. Dual element fuse b. Inverse time circuit breaker c. ground fault circuit interrupter
d. safety switch
109. Ceiling fans that do not exceed _____ pounds in weight, with or without accessories, must be supported by outlet
boxes identified for such use and supported in accordance with sections….
a. 20 b. 25 c. 30 d. 35 (16 kg)
110. The allowable ampacities of conductors rated from 0 to 2,000 volts, 60°C to 90°C and not more than three of them
in raceway, cable or earth is based on an ambient temperature of
a. 35°C b. 40°C c. 25°C d. 30°C
111. Recognized as suitable for the specific purpose, function, use, environment and application
a. labelled b. identified c. listed d. approved
112. In hazardous location, the use of non-metallic conduit shall be permitted provided it is buried NOT less than_____
below the earth level.
a. 400 mm b. 600 mm c. 1,000 mm d. 500 mm
113. Conductors passing over roof surface, a vertical clearance of _____ shall be maintained.
a. 2,500 mm b. 1,500 mm c. 2,000 mm d. 3,000 mm
114. Give the minimum vertical clearance from finished grade of a service drop conductor installed between buildings on
residential properties and driveways?
a. 5,500 mm b. 4,600 mm c. 3,700 mm d. 3,100 mm
115. Open conductors passing over residential driveways and those commercial areas not subject to truck traffic where
the voltage exceeds 300 V to ground shall have a vertical clearance _____.
a. 3,700 mm b. 4,600 mm c. 3,100 mm d. 5,500 mm
116. Individual open conductors and cables other than service entrance cables shall NOT be installed within _____ of
grade level or where exposed to physical damage
a. 3,100 mm b. 3,700 mm c. 4,600 mm d. 5,500mm
117. The point of connection between the facilities of the serving utility and the premises wiring.
a. Load center b. service head c. junction box d. service point
118. The current in amperes a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of use without exceeding its
temperature rating.
a. Ampacity b. capacitiivty c. rating d. amperage
119. Considered a group of wire twisted to form a metallic string.
b. Duplex wire b. Loop wire c. Solid wire d. Stranded wire
120. When alternating current flows through a conductor, there is an inductive action that causes the current in the
conductor to be forced toward the outer surface. The current is greater at the surface that at the center of the
conductor, this _____ will cause the resistance in the conductor to increase due to the increased heating of the
conductor.
a. Superconductive effect b. capacitive effect c. outer effect d. skin effect
121. For better illumination you would provide_____
a. Joint lights b. even spacing numerous lights c. random spacing lights d. evenly space high ceiling
122. Hazardous locations in which easily ignitable fibers or material producing combustible flyings are handled,
manufactured or used.
a. Class III, Division I b. Class III, Division 2 c. Class I, Division I d. Class I, Division 2
123. The environment of a wiring method under the eave of a house with a roof open porch would be considered a_____
a. Dry b. damp c. wet d. moist
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124. Equipment or materials to which a symbol or other identifying marks acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction
has been attached is known as_____
a. Listed b. labelled c. approved d. rated
125. Circuits with rigid non-metallic conduit approved for direct burial and placed under streets ,hi-ways, roads, alleys,
driveways and parking lots shall have a minimum cover distance of _____
a. 760 mm b. 900 mm c. 1,000 mm d. 600 mm
126. In concealed knob and tube wiring, the clearance to be maintained between conductors is ____.
a. 55 mm b. 45 mm c. 76 mm d. 50 mm
127. A one family or Two family dwelling unit requires a minimum of _____GFCI receptacle(s) located outdoors.
a. zero b. one c. Two d. Three
128. When determining the load for recessed lighting fixtures for branch circuits, the load shall be based on the _____.
a. Wattage rating of the fixture b. VA of the equipment and lamps c. wattage rating of
the lamps d. none of these
129. Using standard load calculation, the feeder demand factor for five household clothes dryers is _____.
a. 70 b. 80 (PEC,85%) c. 50 d. 100
130. When raceway type service masts are used, all raceway fittings shall be_____ for use with service masts.
a. identified b. approved c. heavy duty d. listed
131. Where Two to Six service disconnecting means is separate enclosures are grouped at one location and supply
separate loads from one service drop or lateral______ set(s) of service entrance conductors shall be permitted to
supply each at several such as service equipment enclosures. a. one b. two c. three d. four
132. Where individual open conductors are exposed to_____, the conductors shall be mounted on insulators or on
insulating supports attached to racks, brackets, or other approved means.
a. a corrosive environment b. the weather c. the general public d. any inspector
133. The current on the grounded (neutral) conductor of a 2-wire circuit will be_____ of the current on the ungrounded
conductor.
a. 50% b. 70% c. 80% d. 100%
134. A balanced 120,240 volt, single phase, 3 wire circuit is connected so the ungrounded conductors are from different
transformer phases (Line 1 and Line 2). The current on the grounded (neutral) conductor will be _______ of the
ungrounded conductor.
a. 0% b. 70% c. 80% d. 100%

135. A three phase 4 wire multi wire branch circuit has 20 ampere on each 120 volt phase. The neutral conductor could
carry as much as______.
a. 0 amperes b. 10 amperes c. 15 amperes d. 40 amperes

136. The service disconnecting means shall be _____.

a. Accessible b. readily accessible c. outdoors d. indoors
137. Each service disconnecting means shall be suitable for ______.
a. Hazardous locations b. disconnecting the service c. protection of persons d. the
prevailing conditions
138. For services exceeding 600 volts, nominal, cable tray systems shall be permitted to support cables identified as
_____ conductors.
a. Service entrance b. overcurrent protection c. two wire circuit d. three wire circuit
139. In general, conductors other than flexible cords and fixture wires shall be protected against overcurrent in
accordance with their ______as specified in Section.
a. Rating b. markings c. ampacities d. listings
140. A protective device for assembly as an integral part of a motor or motor compressor and which when properly
applied protects the motor against dangerous overheating due to overload and failure to start
a. Fault current b. Ground current c. Thermal current d. Thermal protector
141. Which of the following statements about supplementary overcurrent protection is correct?
a. Shall not used in lighting fixtures.
b. May be used as substitute for a branch circuit overcurrent protection
c. May be used to protect internal circuits of equipment.
d. Shall be readily accessible.
142. A circuit breakers with a _____ voltage rating, e.g. 240 volt or 480 volt, cab be used where the nominal voltage
between any two conductors does not exceed the circuit breaker’s voltage rating.
a. Straight b. slash c. high d. low
143. Where the resistance to ground of a single made electrode exceeds 25 ohms, _____.
a. Additional electrodes must be added until the resistance to ground is less than 25 ohms
b. One additional electrode must be added
c. No additional electrodes are required
d. The electrode can be omitted
144. Metal enclosures used to provide support or protection of _____ from physical damage shall not be required to be
grounded.
a. Conductors b. feeders c. cables d. none of these
145. The lightning protection system grounding electrode_____ be bonded to the building grounding electrode system.
a. Shall b. shall not c. can d. none of these
146. Circuit breakers shall_____ all ungrounded conductors of the circuit.
a. Open b. close c. protect d. inhibit
147. The code requires that all energized part of electrical equipment operating at _____ or more shall be guarded
against accidental contacts by approved enclosures. What is the voltage?
a. 24 Volts b. 110 Volts c. 230Volts d. 50 Volts
148. If an electrician does not understand the instruction that were given by the supervisor, which of the following is
best for him to do?
a. He works out the solution himself b. He asks to repeat and clarify the instruction c. He gets one of the
electrician to do the job. d. He does the job the way he thinks best
149. The inner strand of ACSR is made of
a. Brass b. steel c. copper d. lead

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150. The grounding electrode for grounding communications systems may be connected to the nearest accessible
location on any of the following EXCEPT one, Which one is this?
a. Buried interior PVC water piping system b. Grounding electrode conductor c. Building structure of a concrete
building d. Grounding terminal of service equipment if provided by the utility
151. In rigid metal wiring conduit, conduit shall be supported at least every
a. 2,000 mm b. 2,500 mm c. 3,500 mm d. 3,000 mm
152. Employees shall familiarize themselves with approved methods of ____ rescue techniques and fire extinguishment.
a. Playing b. first aid c. wiring d. heating
153. In the cases where there are energized parts on the front of the switchboards or motor control centers, the working
space in front of such equipment shall NOT be less than a minimum distance. What is this distance?
a. 2,000 mm b. 500 mm c. 1,500 mm d. 1,000 mm
154. Wirings allowed to be installed outside the buildings are enumerated below EXCEPT one.
a. Type MC cable b. Flat conductor cable c. Rigid metal conduit d. Open wires on insulators
155. Employees shall read_____ and warn others who are in danger near energized equipment or lines
a. First aid equipment and materials b. manhole and vaults c. warning signs and signals d. body belts and
safety straps
156. A device or equipment which is suspended from overhead either by means of a flexible cord carrying the current, or
otherwise.
a. Rosette b. Pendant c. Fixture d. Air Terminal
157. Electrical equipment may best be mounted on a concrete wall by using one of the following. Which one is this?
a. Wooden plug b. Expansion bolt c. Load plug d. plastic plug
158. If there are three wires of 150mm2 connected to one terminal entering a cabinet or a switchboard, the bending
space at each terminal shall NOT be less than ______, provided the conductors do not enter or leave the enclosure
through the wall opposite its terminal.
a. 200 mm b. 300 mm c. 400 mm d. 250 mm
159. For an ambient temperature of 30°C, a THW insulated copper conductor with a cross sectional area of 3.5 mm2 and
buried underground has the following ampacity. Which one is correct?
a. 20 A b. 40A c. 15 A d. 30 A
160. Transformer exceeding 112.5 kVA shall not be located within _____ from combustible materials of the building.
a. 400 mm b. 300 mm c. 200 mm d. 500 mm
161. The clearance from the top of the switchboard to a ceiling shall NOT be less than_____.
a. 1,000 mm b. 800 mm c. 900 mm d. 1,250 mm
162. The following copper conductors have the same cross sectional area but are made up of different number of
strands. Which one has the least resistance to Ac current?
a. 19 strand conductor b. Single solid conductor c. 7 strand conductor d. 37 strand conductor
163. In rigid metal conduit wiring, conduits shall be supported at least every
a. 2,500 mm b. 3,500 mm c. 3,000 mm d. 2,000 mm
164. Equipment for installation in hazardous locations must be tested and approved for use according to the
classification of the hazards involved. These are divided into _____ groups.
a. 4 b. 3 c. 7 d. 6
165. When a circuit breaker is installed in enclosed switchboards, they are usually derated to a certain percentage. What
is this percentage?
a. 60% b. 80% c. 50% d. 70%
166. This type of cable is a fabricated assembly of insulated conductors enclosed in a flexible metal sheath.
a. Ground wire b. Integrated gas spacer cable c. Medium voltage cable
d. Armored cable
167. Auxilliary gutters shall not contain more than_____current carrying conductors at any cross section.
a. 36 b. 32 c. 30 d.24
168. The Code applies to the installation of ______.
a. Electrical conductors and equipment within or on public and private buildings
b. Outside conductors and equipment on the premises
c. Optical fiber cable
d. All these
169. Installation of communications equipment under the exclusive control of communications utilities located outdoors
or building spaces used exclusively for such installation _____covered by the Code.
a. Are b. are sometimes c. are not d. might be
170. A building or other structure serve shall be supplied by only one service drop EXCEPT for
a. Multiple occupancy building b. fire pumps c. emergency electrical system
d. all of these
171. Overhead conductors used in festoon lighting shall NOT be less than_____
a. 0.75 mm2 b. 3.5 mm2 c. 2.0 mm2 d. 5.5 mm2
172. The authority having jurisdiction of enforcement of the Code has the responsibility_____.
a. For making interpretations of the rules of the Code.
b. For deciding upon the approval of equipment and materials
c. For waving specific requirements in the Code and allowing alternate methods and material if safety is
maintained.
d. All of these
173. The following are common splicing rules EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. A splice must provide a path for the current to pass through
b. A joint must be mechanically as strong as the wire itself
c. All splices must be mechanically and electrically secured by means of a solder
d. Wires of the same size should be spliced together in line
174. A single receptacle is a ______ contact device with no other contact device on the same yoke.
a. dual b. single c. multiple d. live
175. A__________ system is where a premise wiring is derived from a transformer and has no direct electrical
connection, including a solidly connected grounded circuit conductor, to supply conductors originating in another
system.
a. Separately derived b. classified c. direct d. emergency
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177. Utilization equipment is equipment that utilizes electricity for _______.
a. Chemicals b. heating c. lighting d. any of these
178. Where no standard electrical equipment of the exact size or rating is available and the next larger size is neither
available the next smaller size or rating maybe used provided a special permission is obtained from one of the
following. Which one is this?
a. Barrio Captain b. Mayor c. Electrical Inspector d. Fire Chief
179. A box with a blank cover which is inserted in one or more runs of raceway to facilitate pulling of the conductors.
a. Coupling box b. junction box c. terminal box d. pull box
180. What is the total number of mechanical degrees that a PVC conduit run maybe vent between full points (pull boxes,
junction boxes or utility boxes)?
a. 360 degrees b. 180 degrees c. 120 degrees d. 270 degrees
181. For ranges of 8.75 kW or more in rating , the minimum branch circuit required shall be
a. 20 A b. 40 A c. 30 A d. 50 A
182. The neutral conductor from the neutral point of a generator to its connection point to the grounding impedance
shall be,
a. Left opened b. grounded c. fully insulated d. none of these
183. Where extensive metal in or on buildings may become energized and is subject to personal contact______ will
provided additional safety.
a. Bonding b. suitable ground detectors c. suitable arresters
d. adequate bonding and grounding
184. Below are the factors that affect the ampacity of an electrical conductor EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Insulation resistance b. length of the conductor c. conductor material d. cross-sectional area
of the conductor

185. Where flexible tubing is used to encase the conductors, the tubing shall extend from the last insulating support to
no less than______ inside the non-metallic boxes.
a. 8 mm b. 10 mm c. 5.5 mm d. 6.4 mm
186. The sum of the cross sectional area of all the conductors in a wireway must not exceed______ percent of the cross
sectional area of the wireway.
a. 15 b. 20 c. 10 d. 25
187. For 25 to 50 A circuits, the minimum insulation resistance is
a. 100,000 ohms b. 250,000 ohms c. 50,000 ohms d. 25,000 ohms
188. Flexible metal conduits must not be used in
a. Wet locations b. hoistways c. storage battery rooms
b. all of these
189. Interior locations protected from weather but subject to moderate degrees of moisture such as some basements,
some barns, some cold-storage warehouses and the like, the partially protected locations under canopies,
marquees, roofed open porches, and the like, shall be considered to be _____ locations.
a. Damp b. wet c. hazardous d. dry
190. Type MI cables shall be securely supported at intervals NOT exceeding______.
a. 1,800 mm b. 2,000 mm c. 1,500 mm d. 2,500 mm
191. The use of surface non-metal raceway is NOT permitted in all those mentioned below EXCEPT one. Which one is
this?
a. Dry locations b. where subject to serve physical damage c. where the voltage is over 300V d. where
concealed
192. What is the lowest dielectric strength of transformer oil, which is acceptable to the PEC?
a. 20,000 Volts b. 22,000 Volts c. 25,000 Volts d. 17,500 Volts
193. Flat conductor cable (FCC) system shall NOT be used in the locations enumerated below EXCEPT One. Which one is
this?
a. Locations where subject to corrosive vapors b. damp locations c. residential buildings d. Outdoors
194. The surface non-metallic raceway may NOT be used in the following locations EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. In dry locations b. where concealed c. where subject to severe physical damage
d. in hoistways
195. Fixture wires shall NOT be smaller than ______
a. 0.5 mm2 b. 1.25 mm2 c. 2.0 mm2 d. 0.75 mm2
196. For grounding electrode to which portable or mobile equipment system neutral impedance is connected, shall be
isolated form the ground by at least a certain distance from any other system or equipment grounding electrode.
What is this distance?
a. 4,000 mm b. 6,000 mm c. 5,000 mm d. 3,000 mm
197. A run conduit between outlets, between fittings, between outlet and fitting shall not contain more than the
equivalent of ________ quarter bends.
a. 2 b. 4 c. 3 d. 5
198. A storage battery supplying emergency lighting and power shall maintain no less tha 87.5% of full voltage at total
load for a period of at least.
a. 1.5 hours b. 2.5 hours c. 2.0 hours d. 1.0 hour
199. What is the temperature limitation of THW insulation?
a. 60°C b. 85°C c. 75°C d. 90°C
200. This is a single conductor or multi-conductor assembly provided with or without an overall covering, primarily used
for services.
a. Tray cable b. Clad cable c. Service entrance cable d. flat conductor cable
201. Transformers that contain liquid that will burn shall be installed only in approved vaults and shall also comply with
the following conditions EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Ample ventilation shall be provided for the continuous removal of flammable gases
b. Vent opening shall be lead to safe locations outside the building
c. All vent ducts and openings shall be of sufficient areas to reliable explosion pressure within the vault
d. There shall be a robust door between the vault and any non-hazardous location
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Appliance
203. What locations do NOT allow the installation of PVC rigid conduits?
a. Hazardous locations b. Corrosive locations c. wet locations d. in concealed locations
204. Conductors shall be securely attached to the buildings using fasteners shall be spaced NOT more than
a. 760 mm b. 600 mm c. 880 mm d. 900 mm
205. Concealed Knob and tube wiring conductors shall be rigidly supported on knobs not more than a certain minimum
distance apart. What is this distance?
a. 2,000 mm b. 1,500 mm c. 1,300 mm d. 2,500 mm
206. For a motor starter to be in sight of the controller motor, it must NOT be more than_____ meters away.
a. 20 b. 15 c. 25 d. 10
207. Electrical equipment shall have sufficient short circuit ___rating to permit the circuit protection device to clear a
fault without extensive damage to the electrical components of the circuit.
a. Withstand b. current c. overload d. all of these
208. The PEC requires that electrical work shall be installed in ______
a. Neat and workmanlike manner
b. Under the supervision of a qualified person
c. Completed before being inspected
d. All of these
209. Electrical equipment that depends on the _____ principles for cooling of exposed surfaces shall be installed so that
airflow over such surfaces is not prevented by walls or by adjacent installed equipment.
a. Peter b. natural circulation of air and convection c. artificial cooling and circulation d. air
conditioning
210. Connection by means of wire binding screws or studs and nuts having uptuned lugs or the equivalent shall be
permitted for ______or smaller conductors.
a. No. 10(5.5mm2) b. No. 8 c. No. 6 d. all of these
211. All wirings shall be installed so that the completed system will be free from _____
a. Short circuit b. grounds c. a and b d. none of these
212. Separately installed pressure connectors shall be used with conductors at the ____not exceeding the ampacity at
the listed and identified temperature rating of the connector.
a. Voltages b. temperature c. listings d. ampacities
213. Where the required work space is doubled_____ entrance(s) to the working space is/are required.
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
214. When live parts of electrical equipment are guarded by suitable permanent, substantial partitions, or screens, any
openings in such partitions or screens shall be so sized and located that persons are not likely to come into
accidental contact with the live parts or to bring _____into contact with them.
a. Dust b. conducting objects c. wires d. contaminating parts
215. The lighting outlets provided for illumination about electrical equipment over 600V shall be so arranged that person
changing lamps or making repairs on the_____ will not be endangered by live parts or other equipments.
a. Lighting system b. electrical system c. electrical equipment d. panelboard
216. No_________ shall be attached to any terminal or lead so as to reverse designated polarity.
a. Grounded conductor b. grounding conductor c. ungrounded conductor d. grounding
connector
217. Where the load is computed on a volt-amperes per square foot basis, the load shall be evenly proportioned among
multioutlet branch circuit within the_____.
a. Premises b. branch circuit c. panelboards d. dwelling unit
218. Wiring methods installed behind panels that allow access, such as the space above a dropped ceiling, are required
to be ______ according to their required articles.
a. Supported b. painted c. in a metal raceway d. all of these
219. Direct buried conductors or cables shall be_______ providing those splices are made with approved methods and
identified materials.
a. Permitted to be spliced without a spliced box
b. Spliced only in approved in an approved junction box
c. Spliced only in a weatherproof splice box
d. None of these
220. Circulation of warm and cold air in ______ must be prevented.
a. Raceways b. boxes c. cabinets d. panels
221. Conductors in metal raceways and enclosures shall be so arranged as to avoid heating the surrounding metal by
alternating current induction. To accomplish this, the ______conductor(s) shall be grouped together.
a. Phase b. neutral c. equipment grounding d. none of these
222. Equipment and devices shall be permitted within ducts or plenum chambers used to transport environment air only
if necessary for their direct action upon, or sensing, of the______
a. Contained air b. air quality c. air temperature d. none of these
223. The_____ rating of conductor is the maximum temperature at any location along its length that the conductor can
withstand over a prolonged period of time, without serious degradation.
a. Ambient b. temperature c. maximum withstand d. short circuit
224. A cable tray is a unit or assembly of units or sections and associated fittings that forms a _______ structural
system used to securely fasten or support cables and raceways.
a. Rigid b. flexible c. movable d. secure
225. When the conductor current increases , the direction of the induced voltage (CEMF) in the conductor is opposite to
the direction of the conductor current and tries to prevent the current from_____.
a. Decreasing b. increasing
226. Eddy currents are small independent currents that produced as a result of direct current. Eddy current flow
erratically through a conductor, consume power, and increase the effective conductor resistance by opposing the
current flow.
a. True b. false
227. Couplings and connectors used with electrical metallic tubing shall be made up______
a. Of metal b. in accordance with industry standards c. tight d. none of these

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228. Where 3/8 inch flexible metallic tubing has a fixed bend for installation purposes and not fixed for service, the
minimum radius of the bend shall not be less than _____inches.
a. 8 b. 12 ½ c. 3 ½ d. 4
229. The conductors, including splices and taps, in a metal surface raceway shall not fill the raceway to more than _____
percent of its cross sectional area at that point.
a. 75 b. 40 c. 38 d. 53
230. A reduction of _______ conductors shall be made for outlet box fill for a hickey and two clamps in a box.
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 0
231. Conductors and busbars on a switchboard, panelboard, or control board shall be so located to be free from
_______ and shall be held firmly in place.
a. Obstructions b. physical damage c. a and b d. none of these
232. Lighting fixtures shall be supported independently of the outlet box where the weight exceeds ______ pounds.
a. 60 b. 50 c. 40 d. 30
233. Exposed conductive parts of lighting fixtures shall be_____.
a. Grounded b. painted c. bonded d. a and b
234. Fixture wires used for lighting fixtures shall not be smaller than No. _______.
a. 22 b. 18 c. 16 d. 14
235. Switched lampholders shall be of such construction that the switching mechanism interrupts the electrical
connection to the _____.
a. Lampholder b. center contact c. branch circuit d. all of these
236. Receptacles faceplate covers made of insulating material shall be non-combustible and not less than _____ inch in
thickness.
a. 0.10 b. 0.04 c. 0.01 d. 0.22
237. The PEC permits lighting fixtures tap conductors to be a minimum of ______inches long.
a. 12 b. 13 c. 14 d. 18
238. Branch circuit conductors to individual appliances shall not be sized ______ than the required by the appliance
markings or instructions.
a. Larger b. smaller
239. Eddy currents can be reduced by dividing the core into many flat sections or laminations . Because the laminations
have a ______cross sectional area, the resistance offered to the eddy currents is greatly increased.
a. Round b. porous c. large d. small
240. A(n)_____type of electric motor tends to run away if it is not always connected to its load.
a. Direct current series b. direct current shunt c. alternating current induction d. alternating current
synchronous
241. A(n)_____motor has a wide speed range.
a. Alternating current b. direct current c. synchronous d. induction
242. If the two (supply) leads of a direct current series motor are reversed, the motor will___.
a. Not run b. run backwards c. run the same as before d. become a
generator
243. The rotating part of direct current motor or generator is called the _____.
a. Shaft b. rotor c. armature d. b or c
244. Where motors are provided with a terminal housing, the housing shall be of ______ and be of substantial
construction. a. steel b. iron c. metal d. copper
245. Conductors that supply two or more motors shall have an ampacity______.
a. Not less than the total sum of the full load current plus 125% of the highest motor in the group.
b. Equal to the sum of the full load current rating of all the motors plus 125% of the highest motor in the group.
c. Equal to the sum of the full load current rating of all the motors plus 25 percent of the highest
motor in the group.
d. Not less than 125% of the sum of all the motors in the group.
246. Motor overload protection is not required where______.
a. Conductors are oversized by 125% b. conductors are part of a limited energy circuit c. it might
introduce additional hazard d. short circuit protection is provided
247. A motor______ device that can restart a motor automatically after overload tripping shall not be installed if
automatic restarting of the motor can result in injury to persons.
a. Short circuit b. ground fault c. overcurrent d. overload
248. Where all the conditions of the Code are met, several motors not over 1 horsepower are permitted on a single
branch circuit providing that the full load rating of each motor does not exceed _____ amperes.
a. 6 b. 10 c. 15 d. 20
249. The controller shall have a horsepower rating at the application voltage not _____ than the horsepower rating of
the motor.
a. Lower b. higher c. equal to d. none of these
250. The disconnecting means for air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment must be ____ from the air-conditioning
or refrigerating equipment.
a. Readily accessible b. within sight c. a or b d. a and b
251. When supplying a room air-conditioner, rated 120 volts, nominal, the length of the flexible supply cord shall not
exceed _____ feet.
a. 4 b. 6 c. 8 d. 10
252. If the primary overcurrent protection device is sized at 250 percent of the primary current, what size secondary
overcurrent protection device is required if the secondary current is 42 amperes?
a. 40 Amperes b. 70 Amperes c. 60 Amperes d. 90 Amperes
253. Each doorway leading into a vault from the building interior shall be provided with a tight fitting door having a
minimum fire rating of _____ hours.
a. 2 b4 c. 5 d. 3
254. A capacitor operating at over 600 volts, nominal, shall be provided with means to reduce the residual voltage to 50
volts or less within ___ after disconnecting it from the sour e of supply.
a. 15 seconds b. 45 seconds c. 1 minute d. 5 minutes
255. Sealing compound is employed with type MI cable terminal fittings in Class I locations for the purpose of ______.
a. Preventing the passage of gas or vapour b. excluding moisture and other fluids c. limiting a possible
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256. A seal fitting is required for each conduit run passing from a Class I, Division 2 location into an unclassified location
located no more than ____ feet from the boundary.
a. 3 b. 6 c. 10 d. 20
257. The minimum thickness of sealing compound Class I, Division 2 locations shall not be less than the trade size of the
conduit or sealing fitting and in no case less than ____ inches.
a. 1/8 b. ¼ c. 3/8 d. 5/8
258. Each general care area patient bed location shall be provided with _____ receptacles(s).
a. One single or one duplex b. six single or three duplex c. two single or one duplex
d. four single or two duplex
259. In location where flammable anesthetics are employed, the area shall be classified as Class I. Division I, which shall
extend ______.
a. Upward to the structural ceiling b. upward to a level 8 feet above the floor c. upward to a level 5
feet above the floor d. 10 feet in all directions
260. Health care equipment frequently in contact with bodies of persons shall not exceed __volts. a. 50 b. 115
c. 230 d. 10
261. A place of assembly is a building, portion of building, or structure intended for the assembly of ____ or more
persons.
a. Carnival and overhead wiring outside of tents and concession areas shall maintain a vertical clearance of
_____feet above platforms, projections, or surfaces form which they might be reach, and shall extend 3 feet
measured horizontally from the surfaces from which they might be reached.
a. 3 b. 6 c. 8 d. 10
262. Outdoor disconnecting means for mobile and manufactured homes shall be installed so the bottom of the enclosure
is not less than ____ feet above the finished grade or working platform.
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 6
263. The feeder for six 20 Ampere receptacles supplying shore power shall be calculated at ____ percent of the sum of
the rating of the receptacles.
a. 70 b. 80 c. 90 d. 100
264. Service equipment for floating docks or marinas must be located ____ the floating structure.
a. Next to b. on c. in d. any of these
265. Stage equipment like footlights, border lights and others shall be so arranged that no branch circuit supplying such
equipment will carry a load exceeding _____.
a. 20A b. 15A c. 30A d. 10A
266. The branch circuit conductors that supply one or more units of data processing systems shall have an ampacity
NOT less than _____ percent of the total load connected load.
a. 150 b. 100 c. 125 d. 200
267. Which of the raceway methods is NOT allowed to be used in hazardous location?
a. Rigid metal conduit b. liquidtight flexible metal conduit c. rigid non-metallic conduit
d. none of these
268. Explosion hazards exist due to the presence of the following material EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Combustible dust b. flammable vapors c. flammable liquids d. carbon dioxide
gas
269. Some of the principal factors that affect the operating temperature of cable are the following EXCEPT one. Which
one is this?
a. Voltage b. ambient temperature c. Ventilation d. load current
270. Metal clad cables shall be supported and secured at intervals NOT exceeding
a. 1800 mm b. 1500 mm c. 1600 mm d. 2000 mm
271. According to PEC, the minimum insulation level for neutral conductors of residential installations, which have solidly
grounded system, shall NOT be less than this voltage, which one is this?
a. 1,000 volts b. 300 volts c. 600 volts d. 750 volts
272. Which of the following electric wires has the highest ampacity?
a. 5.5 mm2 b. 8.0 mm2 c. 30 mm2 d. 50 mm2
273. Metal clad cables shall be permitted for installations in the following locations EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Signal circuits b. branch circuits c. direct burial in the earth d. aerial cable
274. Concealed knob and tube wiring shall be supported within ____ of each side of each tap or splice.
a. 150 mm b. 125 mm c. 100 mm d. 200 mm
275. The usual function of a disconnect switches in high voltage circuits is to
a. Isolate from energized buses, equipment which are not in service
b. Open or close the circuit under load
c. Open the circuit in the event of an overload
d. Maintain continuity of service
276. An overhead cord often indicates
a. Defective cord b. corroded terminals c. corroded terminals and defective cord
d. none of these
277. The usual nameplate data on dc motors include the following EXCEPT One. Which one is this?
a. Manufacturer’s name b. rated frequency c. rated voltage d. rated speed
278. What is the purpose of using locknuts?
a. To make tighter connection b. to make it difficult to tamper connections c. to be able to make
more connections to one stud d. to prevent the connection from loosening under severe vibration
279. Which of the following statement in NOT correct?
a. Overcurrent devices shall be located where they will not be exposed to physical damage
b. Overcurrent devices shall be readily accessible
c. In a multi family dwelling, each occupant shall have ready access to all overcurrent devices protecting his
occupancy
d. Overcurrent devices may be located inside clothes closets.
280. Lamp protection shall be provided by elevation of at least _____ meters from the normal working surface.
a. 2 b.1 c. 2.5 d. 3
281. What is the maximum number of conductors permitted in a wireway at any cross section, signal circuit or starter
control wires are not included?
a. 30 conductors b. 50 conductors c. 40 conductors d. 25 conductors

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282. The largest size of electrical metallic tubing is
a. 75 mm b. 125 mm c. 150 mm d. 100 mm
283. The use of underground feeder cables may NOT be used in the following conditions EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Embedded in concrete b. Hazardous location c. Direct burial d. theaters
284. Any box not over _____ cm3 in size, intended for mounting in closed building construction shall be affixed with
anchors or clamps as to provide a rigid and secure installation. a. 1,540 b. 1,760 c. 1,800
d. 1,640
285. Conductors in open wiring on insulators shall be rigidly supported within ____ from a tap or splice. a. 200 mm
b. 100 mm c. 250 mm d. 150 mm
286. Flexible cords used in locations where there is a lot of flying flint or fibers shall comply with following EXCEPT one.
Which one is this?
a. It shall be approved for use in locations which are vapour filled
b. It shall contain in addition to the conductors, a grounding conductor
c. It shall be of type approved for extra hard usage
d. It shall be provided with suitable seal to prevent the entrance of dust
287. When installing cables or raceway type wiring method parallel to the framing members such as joists, rafters or
studs, the cable or raceway shall be installed and supported so that the nearest outside surface of the cable or
raceway is NOT less than a certain distance from the nearest edge of the framing member. What is this distance?
a. 20 mm b. 30 mm c. 10 mm d. 50 mm
288. The multiplying factor for determining the size of branch circuit protection for non-time delay fuse is
a. 300% b. 175% c. 250% d. 150%
289. Each transformer up to 600V nominal shall be protected by an individual overcurrent device on the primary side at
not more than a certain percentage of the rated primary current of the transformer. What is this maximum
percentage?
a. 110% b. 125% c. 100% d. 140%
290. What is the maximum fuse rating allowed by the Code to protect a single phase motor that draws 20A at full load
against short circuit but at the same time will not fall at start?
a. 30A b. 60A c. 50A d. 20A
291. Conductors supplying one or more motor-compressors with or without additional loads shall have an ampacity not
less than the sum of the rated load plus ____percent of the highest motor-compressor rating in the group.
a. 30 b.25 c. 20 d. 15
292. Motor A has a full load current of 8 A and motor B , 10 A. What is the ampacity of the feeder conductor supplying
this two motors?
a. 9A b. 20.5A c. 18A d. 24.2A
293. The minimum size of wire used in electrical wiring is the former number 14 AWG. Under the metric system in the
PEC, the diameter is
a. 2.0 mm b. 3.2 mm c. 1.6 mm d. 2.6 mm
294. The ampacity of type UF cable shall be of that ______ conductor.’
a. 60°F b. 140°C c. 60°C d. 75°C
295. When thermal overload relay are used for the protection of a three-phase induction motor, their primary purpose is
to protect the motor in case of
a. Short circuit between lines b. reversal of phase sequence c. high voltage d.
sustained overload
296. The electrical plans for residential house include the following item EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Substation plan b. location plan c. Floor plan showing location of service d. layout of
wiring plan for general lighting and receptacle outlets
297. Circuits that supply signs and outline lighting systems containing incandescent ,fluorescent , and highly-intensity
discharge forms of illumination shall be rated not to exceed ______ amperes.
a. 20 b. 30 c. 40 d. 50
298. The bottom of sign and outline lighting enclosures shall not be less than ____ feet above areas accessible to
vehicles.
a. 12 b. 14 c. 16 d. 18
299. The minimum size conductor for operating control and signalling circuits in an elevator is No.____.
a. 20 b. 16 c. 14 d. 12
300. Duty on escalator motors shall be classed as ______
a. Full time b. continuous c. various d. long term
301. The ampacity requirements for a disconnecting means of x ray equipment shall be based on _____ percent of the
input required for the momentary rating of the equipment if greater than the long time- rating.
a. 125 b. 100 c. 50 d. none of these
302. An electrically driven or controlled machine with one or more motors, not hand-portable, and used primarily to
transport and distribute water for agricultural purposes is called an_____.
a. Irrigation machine b. electric water distribution system c. center pivot irrigation machine
d. automatic water distribution system
303. For a rigid steel conduit of trade diameter 50 mm., the field bend shall be so made that the radius of the inner edge
shall not be less than a certain radius for conductors without lead sheathed. What is this radius?
a. 450 mm b. 250 mm c. 300 mm d. 375 mm
304. Type SE service entrance cable shall be permitted in interior wiring systems where all of the circuit conductors of
the cable are of the _____ type.
I. Rubber-covered
II. Thermoplastic
III. Metal
a. I, II and III b. II only c. II and III only d. I and II only
305. A multi contact switch , which fixes the operation sequence of the major device during starting and stopping or
during other sequential switching operations.
a. Motor operation sequence switch b. manual transfer switch c. position
switch d. field circuit sequence switch
306. A test lamp using an ordinary bulb is used to test one of the following. Which one is this?
a. Overload test b. dc or ac check c. polarity check d. ground check
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308. If there will be six or more 2-wire branch circuits for one family dwelling unit, the minimum service entrance
capacity shall be _______.
a. 60A b. 100A c. 90A d. 120A
309. For hallways of ______ or more in length, at least one receptacle outlet shall be installed.
a. 2,000 mm b. 4,000 mm c. 5,000 mm d. 3,000 mm
310. Wiring methods/ materials allowed by the Code for gasoline stations include all the following EXCEPT one. Which
one is this?
a. Type MI cable with approved terminal fitting
b. Threaded steel intermediate conduit
c. Rigid non-metallic conduit
d. Threaded rigid metal conduit
311. What does the symbol consisting of rectangle with solid shading indicate?
a. Fuse cut-out b. telephone exchange c. safety switch
d. lighting panelboard
312. Branch circuit shall be classified according to the maximum permitted _____.
a. kW rating b. voltage rating c. ampere rating d. all of these
313. Medium voltage cable shall be permitted for installation on the following EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Where installed in cable trays
b. b. Where exposed to direct sunlight
c. power systems up to 35,000 volts in dry locations
d. power systems up to 35,000 volts in wet locations
314. When removing insulation resistance from the wire before making the splice, care should be taken to avoid nicking
the wire (slightly cutting into the wire) because of the following. Which one is this?
a. The wire might break b. the ampacity will be reduced c. the wire tinning (protective coating) will be
injured d. the resistance will increase
315. If a 460 V switchboard has exposed parts on one side and grounded parts or concrete on the opposite side, what
working clearance between the two sides is permitted by the Code?
a. 500 mm b. 1,900 mm c. 1,500 mm d. 1,100 mm
316. The uses of non-metallic extensions are NOT allowed in all but one of the following. Which one is this?
a. As an aerial cable b. where exposed to corrosive vapors c. where subject to
corrosive vapors d. through floors or partitions
317. When the voltage between conductors does not exceed 300 V and the rope has a slope of not less than 100 mm in
300 mm, the clearance can be reduced to
a. 500 mm b. 800 mm c. 1000 mm d. 900 mm
318. A circle with the letter B stands for
a. Buzzer outlet b. pushbutton outlet c. outlet with blank cover d. bell outlet
319. Exposed energized parts of motor and controllers operating at ______ volts or more between terminals shall be
guarded against accidental contact by enclosure.
a. 50 b. 30 c. 40 d. 60
320. Wires or cables used in dry and wet locations for over 2000 volts insulation and zone resistant with moisture and
heat resistant rubber and has a maximum operating temperature of 90°C is ____ type?
a. MI b. RHW c. THW d. THHN
321. The Building Code (PD 1096) of the Philippines has several referral codes. The only no-referral code is
a. The Philippine Electrical Code b. Fire Code c. Structural Code d. Chemical
Engineering Code
322. A certain residential house has lighting load of 1.1 kVA and an appliance load of 10 A at 220 volts, single phase,
two wires, 60 Hz. The branch circuit fuse protections for lighting and appliance loads are _____ and ______
respectively.
a. 30 A, 60 A b. 20 A, 30 A c. 15 A, 30 A d. 15 A, 20 A
323. At least ____ of the conductor shall be left at each outlet, junction and switch point for splices or the connection of
fixtures or devices.
a. 200 mm b. 100 mm c. 150 mm d. 300 mm
324. Which of the following cables is NOT used as an electrical cable?
a. Flat cables b. optical fiber cable c. armored cable d. steel cable
325. Motors with a marked temperature rise not over 40°C shall have an overload protection equal to ____ percent of
the motor full load current.
a. 115 b. 125 c. 110 d. 100
326. What is the diameter of a solid wire, which us equivalent to 5.5 mm 2?
a. d=2.26 mm b. d=1.62 mm c. d=1.75 mm d. d=2.65 mm
327. The combined cross sectional area of all conductors or cables shall NOT exceed ____ percent of the internal cross
sectional area of the raceway.
a. 50 b. 60 c. 40 d. 70
328. To cut rigid steel conduits, an electrician should
a. Use a hack saw and ream the ends
b. Use a three-wheel pipe cutter
c. Use a cold chisel and ream the ends
d. Order it to cut to size
329. What is the maximum distance between open service conductor supports for a voltage of up to 300 V?
a. 2,000 mm b. 1,000 mm c. 1,500 mm d. 1,300 mm
330. Where coaxial cable are attached to building, they should have a separation of at least ______ from electric light or
power cables.
a. 100 mm b. 50 mm c. 250 mm d. 200 mm
331. A phase converter is usually employed to convert single phase to three phase power supply so that three phase
motors maybe used. For this service, the PEC specifies that the single-phase conductors shall have an ampacity of
NOT less than _____ of the full load current rating of motor or load being served where the input and the output
voltages are identical.
a. 173% b. 240% c. 216% d. 350%

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332. What is the minimum insulation resistance of a building’s electrical wiring for circuits using 2.0 mm 2 or 3.5 mm2
conductors?
a. 500,000 ohms b. 250,000 ohms c. 1,000,000 ohms d. 750,000 ohms
333. In the installation of power resistors, a thermal barrier shall be required if the space between the resistors and any
combustible material is less than ______ mm. What is the minimum clearance?
a. 150 mm b. 300 mm c. 200 mm d. 250 mm
334. The conductors including splices and taps shall NOT fill the auxiliary gutter to more than ____ of its area.
a. 70% b. 80% c. 75% d. 60%
335. Festoon lighting is a string of outdoor lights suspended between two point more than ____ apart.
a. 4,000 mm b. 3,800 mm c. 4,500 mm d. 5,000 mm
336. With respect to the safety value of the insulation on electrical maintenance tools, it can be said properly that
a. The insulation provides very little real protection
b. Its value is mainly to the untrained electrician helper
c. The insulation should not be used as the only protective device
d. It adequately insures the safety of the user
337. Outlets for heavy duty lamp holders shall be rated ____.
a. 500 VA b. 600 VA c. 660 VA d. 550 VA
338. When fastening an outlet to a brick wall, the electrician should use one of the following. Which one is this?
a. Expansion bolts b. toggle bolts c. temporary nail d. wooden plug and nail
339. When soldering two copper surfaces together, they should be kept clean while heating by
a. Applying the solder quickly b. not admitting the open flame to touch the copper surfaces c. frequently
rubbing the tip with emery cloth d. the use of flux
340. When testing the insulation integrity of new or old electrical wiring installation circuit of 5.5 mm2 conductors, the
Code specifies a minimum insulation resistance of what vale?
a. 1,000,000 ohms b. 250,000 ohms c. 500,000 ohms d. 100,000
ohms
341. In general, layout of motors and power not exceeding a total of_____ maybe included in the lighting layout
provided such inclusion will not make the reading, interpretation and or checking of the said plan difficult.
a. 8 b. 10 c. 12 d. 6
342. Before an ammeter is disconnected transformer circuit, one of the procedures should be followed. Which one is
this?
a. Primary winding should be shorted
b. Secondary winding should be shorted
c. Secondary wingding should be opened
d. primary wingding should be opened
343. When measuring to determine the size of stranded conductor, you would place the wire gauge over____.
a. The insulation b. all of the strands c. one strand of the conductor d. the outer covering
344. Mandatory rules of the PEC are characterized by the use of the word____.
a. Shall b. should c. both a and b d. neither a or b
345. S2 means a. duplex switch b. two-pole switch c. 2-way switch d. two-throw switch
346. Underfloor raceways may be occupied up to ____ percent of the area.
a. 55 b. 38 c. 40 d. 30
347. As a general rule, equipment rated 1,000 A or more and measuring more than 1,900 mm wide, containing
overcurrent devices, shall have an entrance at both ends of the switchboard room. The width and height of each
entrance shall NOT less than the following dimensions. Which on is correct?
a. 800 mm wide x 2,000 mm high b. 600 mm wide x 2,000 mm high c. 600 mm wide x
2,200 mm high d. 800 mm wide x 2,200 mm high
348. What is the most important thing to do when a person has been shocked by electricity?
a. Separate the victim from the electric wire as soon as possible making sure that you do not become
another victim
b. Call for competent help
c. Apply resuscitation
d. Disconnect the switch
349. Intermediate metal conduit shall be supported at least every
a. 2,500 mm b. 2,000 mm c. 1,800 mm d. 3,000 mm
350. A stranded wire is given the same designation as a solid wire if it has the same____.
a. Overall diameter b. weight per foot c. cross-sectional area d. strength
351. Communication conductors shall be separated at least ____ from conductors of any electric light or power circuits.
a. 50 mm b. 40 mm c. 60 mm d. 75 mm
352. A general purpose single-phase motor rated 0.5 hp has a current rating of 5A. What should be the setting of the
overload relay that is installed to protect the motor? Assume the service factor of the motor to be 1.0
a. 5.75 A b. 5.5 A c. 5.0 A d. 6.25 A
353. To support conduit on a hallow block wall, use one of the following methods. Which one is this?
a. Machine screw b. lag screw c. toggle bolt d. through bolt
354. Which of the motor starters does not stress the motor winding severly?
a. Across the line starter b. Wye-delta starter c. soft-start starter d. transformer- type
starter
355. What is the minimum depth of clear working space in front of a switchboard rated at 4,160 volts, where there are
exposed energized parts on both sides of the workspace.
a. 1,000 mm b. 1,900 mm c. 1,600 mm d. 2,000 mm
356. Rigid metal conduit shall be firmly fastened within ____ of each outlet box.
a. 800 mm b. 900 mm c. 760 mm d. 600 mm
357. When pulling wires into a conduit, a certain percent of the conduit area should unoccupied. What is the purpose for
this?
a. To permit pulling in additional wires later
b. To permit pulling out of the wires for replacement even if the insulation has swelled
c. To allow pulling in the wire without strain on the conductors or abrasion
d. To permit circulation of air so that the insulation will not be damage by heat
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b. The type of the power supply, whether AC or DC
c. The contact resistance between the bare wire and the person at the point of contact
d. The current flowing in the conductor
359. Intermediate metal conduit shall be shipped in standard lengths of _______.
a. 5,000 mm b. 4,000 mm c. 2,000 mm d. 3,000 mm
360. Hazardous locations are classified by the Philippine Electrical Code in how many classes?
a. Two classes b. four classes c. three classes d. One class
361. Bonding jumpers which contact communications cable grounding conductors and the grounding electrode of the
building shall Not be smaller than what copper size?
a. 5.5 mm2 b. 8.0 mm2 c. 14.0 mm2 d. 3.5 mm2
362. Each plate electrode shall expose NOT less than ____ of surface to exterior soil.
a. 1/5 sq. m b. ¼ sq. m c. 1/3 sq. m d. ½ sq. m
363. In every drawing, the title block shall be a standard strip, which shall contain the name of the project, owner, title
of the sheet, scale used, name and signature of the PEE. How wide is this strip?
a. 35 mm b. 30 mm c. 40 mm d. 45 mm
364. Underground cable feeder and branch circuit cables shall be permitted for use in any of the following applications
EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Where embedded in poured concrete b. for interior wiring c. for direct burial d. where
used in corrosive locations
365. Any unguarded metal sheathed service cable, service conduits, metal fixtures and similar non-current carrying
parts, if located in urban districts and where liable to be charge to more than a certain voltage to ground shall be
isolated or guarded so as not to be exposed to accidental contact by unauthorized persons. What is this voltage?
a. 1,000 V b. 500 V c. 150 V d. 300 V
366. Where an intermediate metal conduit is used , there shall not be more than the equivalent of_____ quarter bends
between pull points.
a. 2 b. 4 c. 3 d.5
367. Service entrance conductors passing over roofs shall have a clearance over the roof they pass of
a. 1,000 mm b. 2,000 mm c. 1,500 mm d. 2,500 mm
368. Flexible metal conduit shall be secured by an approved means at interval NOT exceeding _____.
a. 1,200 mm b. 1,300 mm c. 1,500 mm d. 1,400 mm
369. Overcurrent in transformers affect all of the following EXCEPT
A. Breather effectiveness b. mechanical stresses c. life insulation d. rise in temperature
370. Service drop conductors passing over residential property and driveways and those commercial areas not subject to
truck traffic shall have a vertical clearance.
a. 4,600 mm b. 5,500 mm c. 3,700 mm d. 4,800 mm
371. An electrician should consider all electrical equipment live unless he definitely knows that they are not. The main
reason of this practice is to avoid

a. Personal injury b. energizing the wrong circuit c. de-energizing the wrong circuit

372. At least how many receptacle outlet(s) shall be installed in the bathroom?
a. One b. two c. three d. None of these
373. The use of rigid metal conduits shall be permitted under all atmospheric conditions subject to the following
conditions EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. Aluminum fittings and enclosures shall be permitted to be used with rigid steel conduits
b. Ferrous metal conduits shall be permitted to be installed in concrete
c. Conduits shall be permitted to be used in sand fill which is subject to permanent moisture
d. Where the ferrous raceways are protected solely by enamel, the use is permitted only indoors
374. The disconnecting means for motor circuits rated up to 600 V, shall have an ampere rating of at least ___percent of
the full load current of the motor.
a. 200 b. 115 c. 150 d. 125
375. A one family dwelling unit shall have a disconnecting means of at least ____ where the initial computed load is 10
kVA more.
a. 60 A b. 90 A c. 100 A d. 30 A
376. Underground communications conductors in a raceway, handhole or manhole containing electric light and power
conductors, shall be in a section____ from such conductors by means of a separator (brick, concrete or tile) under
Art 10.1.3.2 (a)
a. Combined b. separated c. included d. inside
377. Refers to the power plant mounted on wheels as used in the railroad transportation industry
a. Electric locomotive b. electric train c. LRT d. None of these
378. Power and control tray cables (type TC) maybe used under one of the following condition. Which one is this?
a. Where exposed to physical damage
b. Where installed as open cable on brackets
c. Where installed in industrial establishment where a registered master electrician will service the
installation
d. Where direct buried underground
379. Which component of a dc motor is used to control the speed?
a. Carbon brush assembly
b. Armature winding
c. Commutator
d. Field winding
380. A repulsion motor equipped with one of the following. Which one is this?
a. A set of slip rings
b. A commutator
c. Both commutator and slip ring d. Neither a commutator nor a slip ring
381. A frequency meter is connected as a potential device, which is connected across the line because of one of the
following reasons. Which one is this?
a. A transformer maybe used for different voltages
b. The reading will be independent of the varying current
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d. It is safer than a series device
382. Which of the following is NOT one of the considerations that must be evaluated in judging equipments?
a. Electrical insulation b. Arcing effects c. wire bending and connection space
d. longetivity
383. Branch Circuit that supplies a number of outlets for lighting and appliance.
a. Multi-purpose branch circuit b. special branch circuit c. individual branch circuit
d. general purpose branch circuit
384. In each conduit run entering an enclosure for switches, circuit breakers, relays, and others that may produce high
temperatures, seals on the conduit shall be installed within a certain length before entering the enclosure. What is
this length?
a. 900 mm b. 750 mm c. 250 mm d. 460 mm
385. Rigid non-metallic conduit approved for direct burial without concrete encasement shall have a minimum burial of
a. 500 mm b. 400 mm c. 460 mm d. 440 mm
386. Non-metallic boxes not over _____cu. M shall be permitted only on non-metallic wiring method
a. 1,725 b. 1,520 c. 1,700 d. 1,640
387. A wye-delta starter for a single voltage three phase squirrel cage induction motor would require the connection of a
certain number of wires from the motor. How many wires would be needed?
a. 3 wires b. 9 wires c. 6 wires d. 12 wires
388. What size using non-time delay fuse does the code require for a 2 hp, 208 volts, single phase motor?
a. 40 A b. 30 A c. 35 A d. 20 A
389. The ampacity of the conductors can be derated at most, how many time?
a. Twice b. only once c. thrice d. four times
390. At least how many receptacle outlet(s) shall be installed outdoors for one family dwelling unit?
a. One b. two c. three d. None of these
391. For raceway 20 mm trade size on larger containing conductors 22 mm2 or larger, the minimum length of the box in
straight pulls shall NOT be less than ____ times the trade diameter of the largest raceway.
a. 8 b. 10 c. 6 d. 12
392. An assembly drawing for a switchboard appears to have some errors. As a supervisor, what step will you take?
a. Report the apparent error to your supervisor
b. Make the connections per drawing but be prepared to correct it if ordered
c. Hold the job until you have checked with the person who initiated the plans
d. Proceed making correction on the drawing
393. Vertical clearances of all service drop conductors above roofs shall NOT be less than one of the following values.
a. 2,000 mm b. 2,750 mm c. 3,000 mm d. 2,500 mm
394. According to its make, conduits maybe classified as
a. Rigid metal b. rigid non-metal c. flexible metal d. all of these
395. The system neutral conductor shall NOT be connected to ground, EXCEPT through the neutral
a. Grounding impedance b. grounding electrode c. grounding transformer
d. derived from other system
396. The Philippine Electrical Code, part 1 does not cover wiring of equipment installed within or to or from one of the
following. Which one is this?
a. Trailers b. mobile homes c. water crafts d. airplanes
397. Which of the following sizes of fuse NOT standard?
a. 80 A b. 45 A c. 125 A d. 75 A
398. When wiring a raceway at least a certain length of free conductors shall be left at each outlet. What is this
minimum length?
a. 75 mm b. 100 mm c. 150 mm d. 200 mm’
399. Where rigid metal conduit is used, there shall NOT be more than the equivalent of ____ quarter bends between pull
points.
a. Three b. four c. five d. two
400. If the setting of the overcurrent device in a circuit ahead of the equipment is 60 A, the minimum equipment
grounding conductor using copper shall be _____.
a. 5.5 mm2 b. 3.5 mm2 c. 2.0 mm2 d. 8.0 mm2
401. Which of the following wires has 75-ohm impedance?
a. Foam-filled twin lead b. coaxial c. flat twin lead d. None of these
402. In a battery room, it is important that no hot spots due to loose connections or sparking will occur, due to a serious
event may happen. What can this be?
a. An explosion might follow b. A short circuit may occur c. an electric shock can happen
to an electrician d. the electrolyte might overheat
403. In which method of starting a motor is the starting current a minimum?
a. Star-delta b. starter-rotor starter c. direct online d. autotransformer
404. In television studios , wiring for stage, set lighting, stage effects and other electric equipment which are fixed shall
be done with approved flexible cables protected by circuit breakers. The approved rating is which one of the
following?
a. 30 A b. 40 A c. 20 A d. 10 A
405. A convenience outlet circuit consisting of 8 outlets connected across a 220V supply considering 180 W per outlet,
what is the maximum circuit current?
a. 4.56 A b. 6.54 A c. 8 A d. None of these
406. Open wiring on insulators shall be supported at intervals NOT longer than what distance?
a. 1,300 mm b. 500 mm c. 2,000 mm d. 750 mm
407. Electrical metallic tubing shall be securely fastened in place at least every_____
a. 2,000 mm b. 1,800 mm c. 3,000 mm d. 1,500 mm
408. The term given to an insulated stranded wire.
a. Durability b. cord c. length d. volume
409. Surface metal raceway should not be allowed in the following locations, EXCEPT
a. Where it is subject to corrosive vapors
b. Where location is dry and ventilated
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410. Where passing through wood cross members in plastered partitions, conductors in concealed knob and tube wiring
shall be protected by insulating tubes extending NOT less than ____ beyond the wood member.
a. 80 mm b. 70 mm c. 76 mm d. 64 mm
411. A type of cable which is a single or multi-conductor solid dielectric insulated cable rated 2001 volts or higher.’
a. MC b. MV c. FCC d. AC
412. An exposed or enclosed upright panel carrying switches and other protective, controlling and measuring devices for
electric machinery or equipment.
a. Switchgear b. panelboard c. switchboard d. switch box
413. This type of loads will NOT require electrical permits not certificate of inspection. Which type is this?
a. Fixed water heater b. fixed electric range c. window type room air conditioners
d. portable appliance rated not more than 1,200 volt-amperes
414. In indoor wet locations, the entire wiring system including all boxes, fittings, control boards and panelboards shall
be installed on walls with a minimum clearance. What is this clearance?
a. 10 mm b. 5 mm c. 20 mm d. 15 mm
415. Consists of three or more flat copper conductor placed edge to edge separated and enclosed within an insulating
assembly.
a. Armored cable b. flat cable assemblies c. sheathed cable d. flat conductor cable
416. As compared with solid wires, stranded wires of the same cross sectional area have the following advantage
EXCEPT one. Which one is this?
a. It is larger in overall diameter
b. It is easier to skin off the insulation
c. It is better for high voltage
d. It has a higher current rating
417. Are rectangular sheet metal enclosures equipped with removable covers providing access to conductors inside
a. Metal clad cable b. multiple cable conductors c. busways d. wireways
418. For installations of 2.0 mm2 conductors in 600 V circuits. What is the minimum insulation resistance allowed by the
Philippine Electrical Code?
a. 1,000,000. Ohms b. 750,000 ohms c. 250,000 ohms d. 500,000 ohms
419. The following are types of protection for single phase induction motors, EXCEPT
a. Overload protection b. ground fault protection b. under voltage protection
d. single phasing protection
420. Branch circuit conductors supplying a single phase motor shall have an ampacity NOT exceeding
a. 100% b 125% c. 200% d. 115%
421. Flat conductor cables maybe installed in any of the following location EXCEPT One. Which one is this?
a. On hard concrete flooring
b. In wet locations
c. For branch circuits
d. In damp locations
422. For voltage above 600 V, the minimum insulation resistance shall be _____
a. 1,500,000 ohms per kilovolt rating
b. 500,000 ohms per kilovolt rating
c. 1,000,000 ohms per kilovolt rating
d. 2,000,000 ohms per kilovolt rating
423. A device actuated by the operation of some devices with which it is directly associated, to govern succeeding
operations of some or allied devices.
a. Selsyn b. automatic c. interlock d. relay
424. Concealed knob and tube wiring maybe used in which of the following locations?
a. Theaters b. hazardous locations c. commercial garages d. hollow spaces of walls and
ceilings
425. Four (4) 3-phase motor are supplied by one common feeder cable. The full load current ratings of the motors are
10 a, 20 A, 30 A and 40 A. What should be the minimum ampacity of the feeder cable?
a. 110 A b. 125 A c. 150 A d. 100 A
426. Lead wires furnished as part of a weather proof lampholder shall be stranded and rubber covered and approved for
such service, shall not be less than what wire size?
a. 3.5 mm2 b. 2.0 mm2 c. 0.75 mm2 d. 5.5 mm2
427. Which of the following wiring cables is most suitable for shipboard installations?
a. Flat cable assembly
b. Shielded non-metallic sheathed cable
c. Metal clad cable
d. Armored cable
428. Flexible cords and cables shall be used for the following applications, EXCEPT
a. Elevator wirings b. pendants c. fixed wirings d. wiring of fixtures
429. In starting a large dc motor, a starter is primarily used in order to
a. Save electrical power b. limit the starting current c. add more power
d. reduce the voltage drop
430. The frequency of the output voltage of an ac generator depends on which of the following?
a. Excitation circuit b. load c. power factor d. speed
431. An appliance which is fixed in one place to another in normal use.
a. Fixed appliance b. stationary appliance c. portable appliance
d. none of these
432. Busways shall NOT be installed in the following EXCEPT
a. Where they are corrosive fumes
b. Where they are located in the open and are visible
c. Where they are subject severe physical damage
d. Where they are in damp location
433. In this new Electrical Engineering Law, what is the official designation of “ master electrician”
a. Master electrician b. Registered electrician c. Licensed electrician
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434. In judging the suitability of an electrical equipment for proper mounting, the following factors should be considered,
one of which is the LATEST important. Which one is this?
a. Type of enclosures b. wire bending space c. electrical insulation d. mechanical strength
435. According to the Code the minimum insulation level for neutral conductor of residential installation which have
solidly grounded system shall be ______.
a. 300 V b. 600 V c. 750 V d. 1,000 V
436. A lighting fixture shall be wired with a flexible lighting cord with a cross sectional area of NOT less than a certain
minimum area. Which is this?
a. 0.75 mm2 b. 2.00 mm2 c. 0.50 mm2 d. 1.25 mm2
437. The surge arrester for services less than 1,000 volts connected by copper conductor to grounding electrode
conductor or the equivalent grounding terminal shall NOT be smaller than _____.
a. 8.0 mm2 b. 5.5 mm2 c. 3.5 mm2 d. 2.0 mm2
438. There shall be no more than _____ disconnects per service grouped in any location.
a. Four b. five c. six d. three
439. The electrical drawing of a single family dwelling shall show the following EXCEPT
a. Floor plan b. computation of illumination c. location plan d. one line diagram
440. AC equipment on board watercraft shall operate satisfactorily at the following voltage limitations. Which one is
correct?
a. Minus 5% to plus 10%
b. Minus 6% to plus 10%
c. Minus 10% to plus 6%
d. Minus 10% to plus 10%
441. What is the radius of a solid round conductor, which is the nearest equivalent of a stranded conductor whose total
area is exactly 8.0 mm2?
a. 1.597 mm b. 1.596 mm c. 3.191 mm d. 3.192 mm
442. Where galvanized steel conduit is used, the primary purpose of galvanizing in which one of the following?
a. It provides good electrical contact for grounding
b. It increases mechanical strength
c. It provides good surface for painting
d. It retards rusting
443. The load for household electric clothes dryer ina dwelling is the larger of the template rating or ____ VA.
a. 4,000 b. 5,000 c. 6,000 d. 8,000
444. Equipment to be installed shall be fully specified in the name plate EXCEPT which of the following that is considered
optional?
a. Power and speed ratings
b. Name of manufacturer
c. Voltage, current, frequency
d. Date of manufactured
445. A three phase general purpose squirrel cage motor draws a full load current of 40 A. What is the maximum size of
time delay fuses that may be used for short circuit protection?
a. 120 A b. 80 A c. 40 A d. 100 A’
446. Busways shall be permitted to be installed behind panels if means of access are provided and if the conditions
below are met. One of them in NOT valid. Which one is this
a. No overcurrent devices are installed on the busway other than for an individual fixture
b. The busway is so installed that the joints between sections and fittings are accessible for maintenance
purposes
c. The busway is open and of the ventilator type
d. The space behind the panels is not for air handling purposes.
447. What is the metric size equivalent of 1,000 MCM?
a. 250 mm2 b. 750 mm2 c. 500 mm2 d. 1,000 mm2
448. Non-metallic sheathed cable shall not be permitted for installation in the following locations EXCEPT
a. Storage battery room b. corrosive locations c. moist locations d. dry locations
449. Instrument pilot lights and potential current transformers shall be protected by OCP of _____
Amps or less.
a. 50 b. 15 c. 30 d. 20
450. Insulators used to support wires under cross arms are
a. Pin b. spool c. suspension d. strain
451. Where the conduits enter a switchboard at the bottom, a sufficient space shall be provided to permit installation of
the conductors in the enclosure. The minimum spacing between the bottom of the enclosure and the non-insulated
bus bar shall be _____.
a. 155 mm b. 300 mm c. 255 mm d. 200 mm
452. To make sure that the high voltage switchboard is not energized, what final step should you take for assurance?
a. Ground all bus bars inside the switch board
b. Assign a person to guard the disconnect switch
c. Open the disconnect switch
d. Put a sign board that the switch should not be turned on
453. In a switchboard there shall be an air space of at least _____ between the energized metal part and the door of the
cabinet.
a. 30 mm b. 20 mm c. 15 mm d. 25 mm
454. The maximum size of liquid tight flexible metal conduit shall be _____ trade size
a. 50 mm b. 125 mm c. 150 mm d. 100 mm
455. Resistors and reactors shall not be installed in close proximity to combustible materials such that it constitutes a
fire hazard. What minimum clearance is required by the Code?
a. 250 mm b. 300 mm c. 400 mm d. 100 mm
456. Electrical metallic tubing shall be securely fastened in place within ____ of each outlet box, junction box, cabinet
or fitting.
a. 300 mm b. 600 mm c. 900 mm d. 800 mm
457. In order to protect a personnel and prevent shock, the equipment should be connected through the
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458. If the interrupting rating of a circuit breaker is lower than required, what will
Happen to the breaker if there is a dead short between two down stream in which the load terminals?
a. Only the conductors will burn out b. Nothing c. The entire breaker will be completely damaged
d. The breaker may trip but may reset
459. The ______, or other descriptive marking by which the organization responsible for the product maybe identified,
shall be placed on all electric equipment.
I. Trademark II. Cost III. Manufacturer’s name
a. I, II and III b. I and II only c. I and III only d. I only
460. Conductors of ac and dc rated up to 600V nominal shall be permitted to occupy the same equipment wiring
enclosure, cable tray or raceway. Is this being allowed under Sec 5.1.1.3 (c) (1) Art. 5.1?
a. Installation is correct b. False c. True d. Acceptable
461. Receptacles must not be within 10 feet of the water’s edge for ______.
a. Pools b. outdoor spas c. outdoor hot tubs d. all of these
462. Receptacles located within ______ feet of the inside walls of a pool shall be protected by a ground-fault circuit-
interrupter.
a. 8 b. 10 c. 15 d. 20
463. An underground rigid, non-metallic raceway must be not less than _____ feet from the inside wall of the pool or
spa, unless space limitations prevent otherwise.
a. 8 b. 10 c. 5 d. 25
464. Junction boxes for pool lighting shall not be located less than ____ feet from the inside wall of a pool unless
separated.
a. 3 b. 4 c. 6 d. 8
465. A storage battery supplying emergency lighting and power shall maintain not less than 87 ½ percent of full voltage
at total load for a period of at least _____ hour(s).
a. 1 b. 1 ½ c. 2 d. 2 ½
466. A generator set for a required standby system shall ______.
a. Have means for automatically starting the prime movers
b. Have two hours full demand fuel supply if an internal combustion engine
c. Not be solely dependent on public utility gas system
467. Doorbell wiring, rated as a Class 2 control circuit in a dwelling unit _____ run in the same raceway or enclosure
with light and power conductors.
a. Is permitted with 600 volt insulation to be
b. Shall not be
c. Shall be
d. Is permitted, if the insulation is equal to the highest voltage conductor installed, to be
468. Where practical ,a separation of at least ____ feet shall be maintained between open conductors of communication
systems on buildings and lighting conductors.
a. 6 b. 8 c. 10 d. 12
469. Installations of communications equipment under the exclusive control of communications utilities located outddors
or in building spaces used exclusively for such installations _____ covered by the Code.
a. Are b. are sometimes c. are not d. might be
470. Explanatory material, such as references to other standards, references to related Sections of the Code, or
information related to a Code rule is included in the PEC in the form of FPN.
a. True b. False
471. A junction box above a suspended ceiling that has removable panels is considered to be _____.
a. Concealed b. accessible c. readily accessible d. recessed
472. Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction means that the equipment has been _____
a. Identified b. listed c. approved d. labelled
473. A separate portion of a conduit or tubing system that provides access through a removable cover(s) to the interior
of the system at a junction of two or more sections of the system or at a terminal point of the system is identified
as a(n)____.
a. Junction box b. accessible raceway c. conduit body d. pressure connector
474. A_____ location may be temporarily subject to dampness and wetness.
a. Dry b. damp c. moist d. wet
475. Equipment enclosed in a case or cabinet that is provided with a means of sealing or locking so that live parts
cannot be made accessible without opening the enclosure is said to be _____
a. Guarded b. protected c. sealable d. lockable
476. The necessary equipment, usually a circuit breaker or switch and fuse and their accessories, is referred to as ____
a. Service equipment b. service c. service disconnect d. service overcurrent protection device
477. A______ switch is a manually operated device used in conjunction with a transfer switch to provide a means of
directly connecting load conductors to a power source and of disconnecting the transfer switch.
a. Transfer b. motor-circuit c. general-use snap d. bypass isolation
478. Conductors larger than No. 4/0 are measured in _____.
a. Inches b. circular mils c. square inches d. AWG
479. Circuit protective device are used to clear a fault without the occurrence of extensive damage to the electrical
components of the circuit. This fault shall be assumed to be either between two or more of the ____ or between
any circuit conductor and the grounding conductor or enclosing metal raceway.
a. Bonding jumpers b. grounding jumpers c. wiring harness
d. circuit conductors
480. Equipment approved for use in dry locations shall be protected against permanent damage from the weather
during_____.
a. Floods b. building construction c. building demolition d. hurricanes
481. The temperature rating associated with the ampacity of a ____ shall be so selected and coordinated so as to not
exceed the lowest temperature rating of any connected termination, conductor, or device.
a. Terminal b. conductor c. device d. all of these
482. Working space distances shall be measured from the _____ of equipment or apparatus if such are enclosed.
a. Front b. opening c. a or b d. none of these
483. The working space in front of the dielectric equipment shall not be less than ____ inches wide or the width of the
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 a. 15 b. 30(750 mm) c. 40 d. 60
484. When normally enclosed live parts are exposed for inspection or servicing, the working space, if in a passage way
or general open space, shall be suitably ____.
a. Accessible b. guarded c. open d. enclosed
485. The minimum headroom of working spaces about motor control center shall be _____.
a. 3’ b. 5’ c. 6’ d. 6’6’’ (2000 mm)
486. To guard live parts over 50 volts but less than 600 volts, the equipment can be _____.
a. Isolated in a room accessible to qualified persons only
b. Located on a balcony
c. Elevated 8 feet or more above the floor
d. Any of these
487. Entrances to rooms and other guarded locations containing exposed live parts shall be marked with
conspicuous____ forbidding unqualified persons to enter.
a. Warning signs b. locks c. a and b d. neither a nor b
488. An insulated grounded conductor of No. _____ or smaller shall be identified by a continuous white or natural gray
outer finish along its entire length.
a. 3 b. 4 c. 6 d. 8
489. When different wiring systems are in the same raceway or enclosure, the grounded conductor of one system can be
white and the grounded conductor of the other system can be gray.
a. True b. False
490. Identification of the grounded conductor shall be by a metal or metal coating substantially white in color or the
word ______ located adjacent to the identified terminal.
a. Grounded b. white c. connected d. danger
491. Multiwire branch circuits shall _____
a. Supply only line-to-neutral loads
b. Provide a means to disconnect simultaneously all ungrounded conductors if the multiwire branch circuit
supplies more than one device or equipment on the same yoke for commercial installations
c. Have their conductors originate from different panelboards
d. None of these
492. Each system _____ conductor, wherever accessible, shall be identified by separate color coding, marking tape,
tagging, or other equally effective means. This is only applies to multiwire branch circuits when there is more than
one system voltage in a building.
a. Grounded b. ungrounded c. grounding d. all of these
493. A dedicated 20-Ampere circuit is permitted to supply power to a dwelling unit bathroom for receptacle outlet(s) and
other equipment within the same bathroom.
a. True b. False
494. A single receptacle installed on an individual branch circuit must be rated at least _____ percent of the rating of the
circuit.’
a. 50 b. 60 c. 90 d. 100
495. A branch circuit rated 20 A serves four receptacles. The rating of the receptacles must not less than _____
amperes.
a. 10 b. 15 c. 25 d. 30
496. The total rating of utilization equipment fastened in place shall not exceed ____ percent of the branch circuit
ampere rating, where the circuit supplies receptacles for cord and plug-connected equipment.
a. 50 b. 75 c. 100 d. 125
497. In dwelling units, when determining the spacing of general use receptacles, _____ on exterior walls are not
considered wall space.
a. Fixed panels b. fixed glass c. sliding panels d. all of these
498. The 24 inches dimension required in a dwelling unit countertop is measured along the wall line of center line, and
the intent is that there be a receptacle outlet for every _____ linear feet or fraction thereof of counter length.
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
499. Receptacle outlets in a dwelling unit bathroom must be installed within ____ inches of the outside edge of each
basin and the receptacle must be located on a wall is adjacent to the basin location.
a. 12 b. 18 c. 24 d. 36(3’or 900mm)
500. At least _____ wall switch-controlled lighting outlet(s) shall be installed in every dwelling unit habitable rrom and
bathroom.
a. One b. three c. six d. none of these
501. The feeder conductor ampacity shall not be less than that of the service entrance conductors where the feeder
conductors carry the total load supplied by service entrance conductors with an ampacity of ____ amperes or less.
a. 100 b. 60 c. 55 d. 30
502. Receptacle outlets in dwelling units are part of the _____ VA per square foot general lighting load.
a. 3 b. 5 c. 2 d. 4
503. The demand factors shall not be applied in determining the number of ____ for general illumination.
a. Receptacles b. light outlets c. branch circuits d. switches
504. For other than dwelling units, the feeder and service load calculation for track lighting is to be determined at 150
volt-amperes for every ____ feet of track installed.
a. 4 b. 6 c. 2(610mm) d. none of these
505. When sizing a feeder, the appliance loads in dwelling units can apply a demand factor of 75 % of nameplate rating
for _____ or more appliances fastened in place on the same feeder.
a. Two b. three c. four d. five
506. The feeder demand load for four 6 kW cooktops is ____ kW.
a. 17 b. 4 c. 12 d. 24
507. The maximum unbalanced feeder load for household electric dryers shall be calculated at ____ percent of the
demand load as determined by Table..
a. 50 b. 70 c. 85 d. 115
508. Feeder and service entrance conductors with demand load determined by the use of Table…shall be permitted to
have the ____ load determined be section…
a. Feeder b. circuit c. neutral d. none of these

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509. Feeder conductors for new restaurants shall not be required to be of ______ ampacity than the service-entrance
conductors.
a. Greater b. lesser c. equal d. none of these
510. If festoon lighting exceeds a span of _____ feet, messenger wires shall support the conductors.
a. 20 b. 30 c. 40(12m) d. 50
511. Communications conductors shall be mounted not less than _____ inches below the power conductors rated over
300 volts supported on poles.
a. 6 b. 10 c. 20 d. 30(760mm)
512. Where building exceeds three stories, overhead lines shall be arranged so that a clear space at least 6 feet wide will
be left either adjacent to the buildings or beginning not over 8 feet from them to facilitate the ____ when
necessary for fire fighting.
a. Safety of persons b. entrance of water c. raising of ladders d. all of these
513. Lamps for outdoor lighting shall be below all _____ transformers, or other electrical utilization equipment.
a. Switches b. feeder circuits c. branch circuits d. energized conductors
514. Branch circuit and feeder conductors shall not be installed in the same ____ with service conductors.
a. Raceway b. cable c. enclosure d. a or b
515. Overhead service conductors to a building shall maintain a vertical clearance of 3 m above platforms, projections,
or surfaces form which they might be reached. The vertical clearance shall extend _____ feet measured
horizontally from the platform, projections, or surfaces from which they might be reached.
a. 3(900mm) b. 6 c. 8 d. 10
516. The ____ clearances of all service drop conductors shall be based on a conductor temperature of 60°F, no wind;
with final unloaded sag in the wire, conductor, or cable.
a. Horizontal b. lateral c. vertical d. final
517. Overhead service drop conductors shall have a horizontal clearance of ______ feet from a pool.
a. 6 b. 10(3000 mm) c. 8 d. 4
518. To supply power to a single phase water heater, the size of the underground service lateral condcutors shall not be
smaller than ______.
a. No. 4 copper b. No. 8 aluminum c. No. 12 copper(3.5mm2) d. none of these
519. Individual open conductors and cables other than service-entrance cables shall not be installed within ____ feet of
grade level or where exposed to physical damage.
a. 8 b. 10(3000mm) c. 12 d. 15
520. Where individual open conductors are not exposed to the weather, the conductors shall be mounted on ____ knobs
a. Door b. insulated metal c. glass or porcelain d. none of these
521. Service heads for service raceways shall be ____.
a. Raintight b. weatherproof c. rainproof d. watertight
522. Service heads must be located _____
a. Above the point of attachment b. Below the point of attachment c. within 36 inches
from the point of attachment d. none of these
523. Where the service disconnecting means is mounted on a switchboard having exposed busbars on the back, a
raceway shall be permitted to terminate at a _____.
a. Connector b. box c. bushing d. cabinet
524. There shall be no more than ____ disconnects installed for each service, or for each set of service entrance
conductors as permitted
a. Two b. four c. six d. none of these
525. In a multiple occupancy building, each occupant shall have access to its own service ______.
a. Conductor b. disconnecting means c. cable d. overcurrent protection
526. The service disconnecting means shall plainly indicate whether it is in the _____ position.
a. Open or closed b. on or off c. up or down d. correct
527. Each _____ service conductor shall have overload protection.
a. Overhead b. underground c. ungrounded d. none of these
528. Circuits used only for the operation of fire alarm, other protective signalling system or the supply to fire pump
equipment shall be permitted to be connected on the _____ of the service overcurrent protection device where
separately provided with overcurrent protection.
a. Base b. load side c. supply side d. top
529. As used in section… the rating of the service disconnecting means is considered to be the rating of the largest
____that can be installed or the highest continuous current trip setting for which the actual overcurrent protection
device installed in a circuit breaker is rated or can be adjusted.
a. Fuse b. circuit c. wire d. all of these
530. Where ground fault protection is provided for the ____ disconnecting means and interconnection is made with
another supply system by a transfer device, means or devices may be needed to ensure proper ground fault
sensing by the ground fault protection equipment.
a. Circuit b. service c. switch and fuse combination c. b and c
531. Overcurrent protection for conductors and equipment is provided to _____ the circuit if the current reaches a value
that will cause an extensive or dangerous temperature in conductors or conductor insulation.
a. Open c. close c. interrupt d. blow
532. When can breakers or fuses be used in parallel?
a. Factory assembled in parallel b. listed as a unit c. a and b d. a or b
533. A ______ shall be considered equivalent to an overcurrent trip unit.
a. Current transformer b. overcurrent relay c. a and b d. a or b
534. Conductors supplying a transformer shall be permitted to be tapped without overcurrent protection at the tap
where the conductors supplying the _____ of a transformer have an ampacity at least 1/3 of the rating of the
overcurrent device protecting the feeder conductors.
a. Primary b. secondary c. tertiary d. none of these
535. No overcurrent protection device shall be connected in series with any conductor that is intentionally grounded,
except where the overcurrent protection device opens all conductors of the circuit, including the ____ conductor,
and is so designed that no pole can operate independently.
a. Ungrounded b. grounding c. grounded d. none of these
536. Plug fuses of 15 amperes and lower ratings shall be identified by a _____ configuration of the window, cap, or
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 a. Octagonal b. rectangular c. hexagonal d. triangular
537. Fuseholders of the Edison-base type shall be installed only where they are made to accept ____ fuses by the use of
adapters.
a. Edison base b. medium base c. heavy-duty base d. Type S
538. Type S fuse, fuse holders, and adapters are required to be designed so that _____ would be difficult.
a. Installation b. tampering c. shunting d. b and c
539. Markings on circuit breakers required by the Code shall be permitted to be made visible by removal of _____ or
cover. A. plate b. trim c. cover d. a or b
540. Where used as switches in 120-volt and 277-volt fluorescent lighting circuits, circuit breakers shall be marked
____. a. UL b. SWD c. Amps d. VA
541. _______ on equipment to be grounded shall be removed from contact surfaces to ensure good electrical continuity.
a. Conductive coatings b. nonconductive coatings c. manufacturer’s instructions
d. all of these
542. A grounding connection shall not be made to any grounded circuit conductor on the _____ side of the service
disconnecting means except as permitted for separately derived systems or separate buildings.
a. Supply b. power c. line d. load
543. Where service entrance conductors are installed in parallel, the grounded conductor in each raceway can be sized,
based on the size of the ungrounded service entrance (phase) conductor in the raceway, but not smaller than ____.
a. No. 6 b. No. 1 c. No. 1/0(50mm2) d. none of these
544. A grounding electrode is required if a building or structure is supplied by a feeder, or by more than one branch
circuit. a. True b. False
545. Stainless steel ground rods shall be listed and shall not be less than ____ in diameter.
a. ½ inch b. ¾ inch c. 1 inch d. 1 ¼ inch
546. When a building has two or more electrodes for different services, the separate electrodes must be ____.
This shall be considered as a single electrode in this sense.
a. Effectively bonded together b. spaced no more than 6 feet apart c. a and b
d. none of these
547. The grounding electrode conductor shall be made of which of the following materials?
a. Copper b. aluminium c. copper-clad aluminium d. any of these
548. THHN can be described as _____.
a. Thermoplastic insulation with a nylon outer cover
b. Suitable for dry and wet locations
c. Having a maximum operating temperature of 90°C
d. a and c
549. The following are the standard size circuit breakers and fuses: ____
a. 25 ampere b. 90 ampere c. 350 ampere d. any of these
550. A raceway contain eight current carrying conductors. What size conductor is required to feed a 21 ampere non-
continuous load lighting load? The overcurrent protection device is rated 30 ampere.
a. No. 14 THHN b. No 12 THHN c. No 10 THHN (5.5mm2) d. any of these
551. The ampacity of eight current carrying No. 10 THHN conductors installed in ambient temperature of 100°F?
a. 21 ampere b. 26 ampere c. 32 ampere d. 40 ampere
552. The neutral conductor of a balanced 3 wire wye circuit is not considered a current carrying conductor for the
purpose of applying bundle adjustment factors.
a. True b. false
553. A continuous load of 27 ampere requires the circuit overcurrent protection device to be sized at _____ ampere.
a. 20 b. 30 c. 40 d. 35
554. What size overcurrent protection device is required for a 45 ampere continuous load? The circuit is in a raceway
with 14 current carrying conductors.
a. 45 ampere b. 50 ampere c. 60 ampere d. 70 ampere
555. A 65 ampere continuous load requires a _____ ampere overcurrent protection.
a. 60 b. 70 c. 75 d. 90
556. A department store (continuous load) feeder supplies a lighting load of 103 amperes. The minimum size
overcurrent protection device permitted for this feeder is ____ ampere.
a. 110 b. 125 c. 150 d. 175
557. The ampacity of 10 current carrying No. 6 THHW conductors installed in an 18 inch-long raceway with an ambient
temperature of 39°C is _____.
a. 47 ampere b. 63 ampere c. 66 ampere d. 75 ampere
558. The ampacity of 15 current carrying No. 4/0 RHW aluminium conductor in an ambient temperature of 75°F would
be_____.
a. 30 ampere b. 22 ampere c. 16 ampere d. 12 ampere
559. A service that contains No. 12 service entrance conductors, shall require a No. ____ grounding electrode conductor.
a. 6 b. 12 c. 8(8.0mm2) d. 10
560. What is the minimum size equipment grounding conductor required for equipment connected to a 40 ampere rated
circuit?
a. No. 12 b. No. 14 c. No. 8 d. No. 10(5.5 mm2)
561. Metal parts that serves as conductors added to existing installations of _____ which do not provide an equipment
ground, are not required to be grounded if they are less than 25 feet long from probable contact with grounded
conductive material.
a. Non-metallic sheathed cable b. open wiring c. knob and tube wiring d. all of these
562. Metal parts that serve as the grounding conductor must be _____ together to ensure electrical continuity and have
the capacity to conduct safely any fault current likely to be imposed.
a. Grounded b. effectively grounded c. attached d. any of these
563. The bonding jumper for service raceways must be sized according to the ____.
a. Calculated load b. service-entrance conductor size c. service drop size
d. load to be served.
564. Which of the following appliances installed in residential occupancies need not to be grounded?
a. A toaster b. an aquarium c. a dishwasher d. a refrigerator
565. An _____ shall be used to connect the grounding terminal of a grounding –type receptacle to a grounded box.
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566. Unless specified elsewhere in the Code, Chapter 3 shall be used for voltages of _____
a. 600 volts to ground or less b. 300 volts between conductors or less
c. 600 volts, nominal or less d. 600 volts RMS
567. Conductors in raceways must be _____ between outlet devices and there shall be no splice or tap within a raceway
itself.
a. Continuous b. installed c. copper d. in conduit
568. Wiring methods permitted in ducts or plenums used for environmental air are ____.
a. Flexible metal conduit of any length
b. Electrical metallic tubing
c. Armor cable (BX)
d. Non-metallic sheath cable
569. Electrical installations in hollow spaces, vertical shafts, and ventilation or air-handling ducts shall be so made that
the possible spread of fire or products of combustion will not be ______.
a. Substantially increased b. allowed c. increased d. possible
570. Temporary wiring must be ____ immediately upon the completion of the purpose for which it was installed.
a. Disconnected b. removed c. de-energized d. any of these
571. Multi-wire branch circuits for temporary wiring shall be provided with a means to disconnect simultaneously all
____ conductors at the power outlet or panelboard where the branch circuit originated.
a. Underground b. overhead c. ungrounded d. grounded
572. Where installed in raceways, conductors No. _____ and larger shall be stranded.
a. 10 b. 6 c. 8(8.0mm2) d. 4
573. In general, the minimum size phase, neutral, or grounded conductor permitted for use in parallel is No.____
a. 10 b. 1 c. 1/0(50mm2) d. 4
574. The minimum size conductor permitted in a commercial building for branch circuits under 600 volts is No. ___
a. 14(2.0mm2) b. 12 c. 10 d. 8
575. Where six current carrying conductors are run in the same conduit or cable, the ampacity of each conductor shall
be adjusted by a factor of ____ percent.
a. 90 b. 60 c. 40 d. 80
576. In designing circuits, the current carrying capacity of conductors should be corrected for heat at room temperature
above _____°F.
a. 30 b. 86(30°C) c. 94 d. 75
577. Cable tray systems shall not be used ______.
a. In hoistways b. where subject to severe physical damage c. in hazardous loactions
d. a and b
578. Each run of cable tray shall be ______ before the installation of cables.
a. Inspected b. tested c. completed d. all of these
579. Open wiring on insulators is a(n) )_____ wiring method using cleats, knobs, tubes, and flexible tubing for the
protection and support of single insulated conductors run in or on buildings, and not concealed by the building
structure.
a. Temporary b. acceptable c. enclosed d. exposed
580. The messenger shall be supported at dead ends and at intermediate locations so as to eliminate ____ on the
conductors.
a. Static b. magnetism c. tension d. induction
581. Type FCC cable consists of _______ conductors.
a. Three or more square b. two or more round c. three or more flat
d. two or more flat
582. General use branch circuits using flat conductor cable shall not exceed____ amperes.
a. 15 b. 20 c. 30 d. 40
583. All bare FCC cable and fittings shall be ______.
a. Sealed b. insulated c. listed d. all of these
584. Type MC cable shall be supported and secured at intervals not exceeding ______feet.
a. 3 b. 6(1,800mm) c. 4 d. 2
585. Where NMC cable is run at angles with joists in unfinished basements it shall be permissible to secure cables not
smaller than _____ conductors directly to the lower edges of the joists.
a. 2-No.6 b. 3-No. 8 c. 3-No.10(5.5mm2) d. all of these
586. _____ is a type of multi-conductor cables permitted to use as an underground service entrance cable.
a. SE b. NMC c. UF d. USE
587. Type UF cables is permitted for ______.
a. Interior use b. wet locations c. direct burial d. all of these
588. Rigid Metal conduit shall be permitted to be installed in concrete, in direct contact with the earth, or in areas
subject to severe corrosive influences where protected by _____ and judged suitable for the condition.
a. Ceramic b. corrosion protection c. PVC d. orangeburg
589. A run of electrical metallic tubing between outlet boxes shall not exceed _____ offsets close to the box.
a. 360° plus b. 360° total including c. four quarter bends plus
d. 180° total including
590. Rigid non-metallic conduit can be installed exposed in buildings ______.
a. Three floors b. twelve floors c. six floors d. of any height
591. Where flexible metal conduit is installed in a wet location, which of the following conductor types are required to be
used?
a. THWN b. XHHW c. THW d. any of these
592. The maximum run length of 3/8 inch flexible metal conduit for any circuit is ____ feet.
a. 3 b. 8 c. 12 d. no limit
593. A ____ is defined as a single, enclosed tubular space in a cellular metal floor member.
a. Cellular metal floor raceway b. cell c. header
d. none of these
594. In general, the voltage limitation between conductors in a surface metal raceway shall not exceed ____ volts unless
the metal has a thickness listed for higher voltage.
a. 300 b. 150 c. 600 d. 1,000
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 a. Electrically coupled together
b. Mechanically coupled together
c. Installed without subjecting the wires to abrasion
d. All of these
596. Cablebus is ordinarily assembled at the ______.
a. Point of installation b. manufacturer’s location c. distributor’s location
d. None of these
597. Flat cable assemblies shall be permitted only as branch circuits to supply suitable tap devices for ____ loads.
a. Lighting b. small power c. small appliance d. all of these
598. A cable bus system shall include approved fittings for _____.
a. Bends b. U-turns c. dead ends d. all of these
599. Cablesbus framework, where ____, shall be permitted as the equipment grounding conductor for branch circuits
and feeders.
a. Bonded b. welded c. protected d. galvanized
600. What size THHN conductor is required for a 5 horsepower 230-volt, single-phase motor? Terminals are rated 75°C.
a. No. 14 b. No. 12 c. No. 10(5.5mm2) d. No.8
601. Overload is the condition where current is greater than the equipment ampacity rating resulting in equipment
damage due to dangerous overheating. Overload protection devices, sometimes called heaters, are intended to
protect the ____ form dangerous overheating.
a. Motor b. motor- control circuit c. branch circuit conductors d. all of these
602. The branch circuit short circuit and ground fault protection device is intended to protect the motor, the motor
control apparatus, and the conductors against overcurrent due to _____.
a. Short circuits b. ground faults c. overloads d. a and b
603. Motors with a nameplate service factor (SF) rating of 1.15 or more must have the overload protection device sized
at no more than ____ percent of the motor nameplate current rating.
a. 100 b. 115 c. 125 d. 135
604. Motors with a nameplate temperature rise rating not over 40°C must have the overload protection device sized at
no more than _____ percent of motor nameplate current rating.
a. 100 b. 115 c. 125 d. 135
605. Motors that have a service factor of 1.10 must have the overload protection device sized at not more than ____
percent of the motor nameplate ampere rating.
a. 100 b. 115 c. 125 d. 135
606. If a dual element fuse is used for overload protection, what size fuse is required for 5 horsepower 208-volts, 3
phase motor, service factor 1.16, motor nameplate current rating of 16 ampere (FLA)?
a. 20 ampere b. 25 ampere c. 30 ampere d. 35 ampere
607. If a dual element fuse is used for the overload protection, what size fuse is required for a 30 horsepower 460-volt,
3-phase synchronous motor, temperature rise 39°C?
a. 20 ampere b. 25 ampere c. 30 ampere d. 40 ampere
608. Conductors are sized at ____ percent of the motor full-load currents(Section…), overloads from _____ percent, and
the motor short circuit ground fault protection device (inverse time circuit breaker) is sized up to _____. (There is
no relationship between the branch circuit conductor ampacity and the short circuit ground fault protection device).
a. 125%, 115%, 250% b. 100%, 125%, 150% c. 125%, 125%, 125%
d. 100%, 100%, 100%
609. Feeder conductor that supply several motors must have an ampacity of not less than:
a. 125% of the highest rated motor FLC.
b. The sum of the full load currents of the other motors on the same phase
c. a and b d. a or b
610. Which of the following statements are true for a 10 horsepower 208 volts, 3 phase motor, nameplate current 29
ampere?
a. The branch circuit conductors
b. b. Overload protection is from 33 ampere to 38 ampere
c. Short circuit and ground fault protection is an 80 ampere circuit breaker
d. All of these
611. Feeder conductor that supply several motors must have ampacity of not less than:
a. 125% of the highest rated motor FLC
b. The sum of the full load currents of the other motors can on the same phase
c. a or b
d. a and b
612. Which of the following statements about a 30 horsepower 460-volt, 3-phase synchronous motor and a 10
horsepower, 460 volt, 3 phase motor are true?
a. The 30 horsepower motor has No. 8 THHN with a 80-ampere breaker
b. The 10 horsepower motor has No. 14 THHN with a 35-ampere breaker
c. The feeder conductors must be No. 6 THHN with a 90-ampere breaker
d. All of these
613. When selecting the feeder conductors and short circuit ground fault protection device, the highest rated motor shall
be the highest load ______.
a. Horsepower b. full load current c. nameplate current d. any of these
614. Which is the highest rated motor of the following?
a. 25 horsepower synchronous, 460 volt
b. 20 horsepower 3-phase, 40 volt
c. 15 horsepower 3-phase, 460 volt
d. 3 horsepower 120 volt
615. What is the VA input of a dual voltage 5 horsepower 3-phase motor rated 460/230 volts?
a. 3,027 VA at 460 volts b. 6,055 at 230 volts c. 6,055 at 230 volts
d. b and c
616. What is the input VA of s 3 horsepower 208 volt, single phase motor?
a. 3,890 VA b. 6,440 VA c. 6,720 VA d. none of these
617. The PEC requires motor branch circuit short-circuit and ground fault protection to be sized not greater than the
percentage listed in Table… When the short-circuit ground-fault protection device value determine from Table…

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device size must be used.
a. Smaller b. larger c. a or b d. none of these
618. The standard overload protection device for a 2 horsepower 115-volt motor that has a full load current rating of 24
ampere, and a nameplate rating of 21.5 ampere shall not exceed ____.
a. 20.6 ampere b. 24.7 ampere c. 29.9 ampere d. 33.8 ampere
619. The maximum overload protection device relay for a 2 horsepower 115-volt motor with a nameplate rating of 22
ampere is _____. The service factor is 1.2
a. 30.8 ampere b. 33.8 ampere c. 33.6 ampere d. 22.6 ampere
620. The ultimate trip overload device of a thermally protected 1 horsepower 120-volt motor would be rated no more
than ____.
a. 31.2 ampere b. 26 ampere c. 28 terms d. 23 ampere
621. A 2 horsepower 120-volt wound rotor motor requires a _____ branch circuit short circuit protection device.
a. 15 ampere b. 20 ampere c. 25 ampere d. 40 ampere
622. The branch circuit short circuit protection device for a 10 horsepower 230-volt, single phase wound rotor motor
shall not exceed _____. Note: Use inverse time circuit breaker for protection.
a. 125 ampere b. 50 ampere c. 75 ampere d. 80 ampere
623. The branch circuit protection for a 125 horsepower 240-volt, direct current motor is _______.
a. 400 ampere b. 600 ampere c. 700 ampere d. 800 ampere
624. There are three motors: one 5 horsepower 230-volt motor with service factor of 1.2 and two 1 horsepower 120-volt
motors. The three motors are fed with a 3-wire cable. Using an inverse time beaker, the feeder conductor
protection device after balancing all three motors would be _____.
a. 60 ampere b. 70 ampere c. 80 ampere d. 90 ampere
625. The motor controller below requires a No. _____ THHN for the feeder, if the motor terminals are rated for 75°C.
3-15 horsepower, 208 volt, 3 phase
3-3 horsepower, 208 volt, 3 phase
3-1 horsepower, 120 volt
a. 2 b. 3/0(80mm2) c. 4/0 d. 250kcmil
626. If an inverse time breaker is used for the feeder short circuit protection, what size protection is required for the
following 3-phase motors?
Motor 1=40 horsepower 52 FLC
Motor 2=20 horsepower 27 FLC
Motor 3=10 horsepower 14 FLC
Motor 4=5 horsepower 7.6 FLC
a. 225 ampere b. 200 ampere c. 125 ampere d. 175 ampere
627. If a dual element fuses are use to protect a three wire 115/230 volt feeder conductor for 22-½ horsepower single-
phase, 115-volt motors, the fuse size selected should not be greater than _____.
a. 125 ampere b. 90 ampere c. 100 ampere d. 110 ampere
628. The feeder protection for a 25 horsepower 208-volt, 3-phase and 3 horsepower, 120-volt motors would be ____,
after balancing. Note : Use Inverse Time Breakers (ITB)
a. 225 ampere b. 200 ampere c. 300 ampere d. 250 ampere
629. The branch circuit conductors of a 5 horsepower 230-volt motor with a nameplate rating of 25 ampere shall have
an ampacity of not less than ______. Note: The motor is used for intermittent duty and cannot run for more than 5
minutes at any one time due to the nature of the apparatus drives.
630. a. 33 ampere b. 37 ampere c. 21 ampere d. 23 ampere
631. A box has three grounding conductors. When determining the number of conductors in a box for box fill
calculations, the three grounding conductors are counted as _____ conductor(s).
a. 3 b. 6 c. 1 d. 0
632. Only a _____ wiring method can be used for a surface extension from a cover, and the wiring method must include
an equipment grounding conductor.
a. Solid b. flexible c. rigid d. cord
633. Outlet boxes can be secured to suspended ceiling framing members by mechanical means such as ____ or other
means identified for the suspended ceiling framing members.
a. Bolts b. screws c. rivets d. all of these
634. Which of the following are required to be accessible?
a. Outlet boxes b. junction boxes c. pull boxes d. any of these
635. For straight pulls, the length of the box shall not be less than the _____ times the outside diameter, over sheath,
of the largest conductor or cable entering the box on systems over 600 volts.
a. 18 b. 16 c. 36 d. 48
636. Cabinets or cutout boxes installed in a wet locations shall be _____.
a. Waterproof b. raintight c. weatherproof d. watertight
637. Cables entering a cutout box shall ____.
a. Be secured independently to the cutout box
b. Cab be sleeved through a chase
c. Have a maximum of two cables per connector
d. All of these
638. An auxiliary gutter is permitted to contain ______.
a. Conductors b. overcurrent devices c. busways d. a or c
639. Auxiliary gutters shall not contain more than _______ conductors at any cross-section.
a. 30 b. 40 current-carrying c. 20 d. 30 current-carrying
640. The continuous current-carrying capacity of 1 square inch copper busbar mounted in an unventilated enclosure is
____ amperes.
a. 500 b. 750 c. 650 d. 1,500
641. Auxiliary gutters shall be constructed and installed so as to maintain _____ continuity.
a. Mechanical b. electrical c. a or b d. a and b
642. Switches or circuit breakers shall not disconnect the grounded conductor of a circuit unless the switch or circuit
breaker _____.
a. Can be opened and closed by hand levers only
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d. None of these
643. A fuse switch shall not have fuses_______.
a. In series b. in parallel c. less than 100 amperes d. over 15 amperes
644. Barriers shall be placed in all service switchboards to isolate the service _ and terminals form the remainder of the
switchboard.
a. Busbars b. conductors c. cables d. none of these
645. Switchboard that have any exposed live parts shall be located in permanently ____locations and then only where
under competent supervision and accessible only to qualified persons.
a. Dry b. mounted c. supported d. all of these
646. An insulated conductor used within a switchboard shall be ______.
a. Listed b. flame-retardant c. rated for the highest voltage it may contact
d. all of these
647. All panelboard circuit breaker _______ shall legibly identified as to purpose or use on a circuit directory located on
the face or inside of the panel doors.
a. Manufacturer’s b. conductors c. feeders d. modifications
648. Flexible cords shall not used as substitute for _____ wiring.
a. Temporary b. fixed c. overhead d. none of these
649. Metal poles used for the support lighting fixtures must be bonded to an _______.
a. Grounding electrode b. grounded conductor c. equipment grounding conductor
d. any of these
650. The maximum weight of lighting fixtures that may be mounted by the screw shell of a brass socket is ____ pounds.
a. 2 b. 6 c. 3 d. 50
651. Where the outlet box provides adequate support, a fixture weighing up to _____ pounds may be supported by the
outlet box. a. 6 b. 30 c. 50 d. 75
652. No _____ splices or taps shall be made within or on a fixture.
a. Unapproved b. untested c. uninspected d. unnecessary
653. Lighting fixtures shall not be used as a raceway for circuit conductors, except lighting fixtures designed for end to
end assembly to form a continuous raceway, or lighting fixtures connected together by recognized wiring methods
shall be permitted to carry thorough conductors of 2-wire or ____ branch circuit supplying the lighting fixtures.
a. Small appliance b. appliance c. multiwire d. industrial
654. A 1,000-watt incandescent lamp requires a _____ base.
a. Mogul b. standard c. admedium d. copper
655. Receptacles mounted in boxes that are set back of the wall surface shall be installed so that the mounting _____ of
the receptacle is held rigidly at the surface of the wall.
a. Screw or nails b. yoke or strap c. face plate d. none of these
656. A receptacle shall be considered to be in a location protected from the weather where located under roofed open
porches, canopies, marquees, and the like, and will not be subjected to _____.
a. Spray from a hose
b. A direct lightning hit
c. Beating rain or water run off
d. Falling or wind blown debris
657. Grounding type attachment plug shall be used only where an ______ grounds is provided.
a. Equipment b. isolated c. computer d. branch circuit
658. Lighting fixtures shall be so constructed that the adjacent combustible material will not subjected to temperature in
excess of _____°C.
a. 75°C b. 90°C c. 185°C d. 140°C
659. Electric discharges lighting fixtures having an open circuit voltage exceeding______. Volts shall not be installed in
or dwelling occupancies.
a. 120 b. 250 c. 600 d. 1,000
660. Electrically heated smoothing irons shall be equipped with an identified _____ means
a. Disconnecting b. temperature limiting c. current limiting
d. none of these
661. The branch circuit conductor and overcurrent protection device for fixed electric space heating equipment loads
shall not smaller than _____ percent of the total load.
a. 80 b. 100 c. 125 d. 150
662. Exposed elements of impedance heating systems shall be physically guarded, isolated, or thermally insulated with a
____ jacket to protect against contact by personnel in the area.
a. Corrosion resistant b. waterproof c. weather proof d. flame retardant
663. For general motor application, the motor branch circuit short circuit protection device must be sized based on
the_____ amperes.
a. Motor nameplate b. NEMA standards c. PEC Table d. Factory manual
664. When selecting conductors according to section..., the motor with the highest _____ shall be the highest rated
motor.
a. FLC b. horsepower c. nameplate d. code letter
665. The minimum number of overload units required for a three phase alternating current motor shall be ____
a. One b. two c. three d. any of these
666. The attachment plug and receptacle shall not exceed _____ amperes at 250 volts for a cord and plug connected air
conditioning motor compressor.
a. 15 b. 20 c. 30 d. 40
667. Each generator shall be provided with a ______ giving the maker’s name, the rated frequency, power factor,
number of phases if of alternating current, and the rating in kilowatt or kilovolt-amperes.
a. List b. faceplate c. nameplate d. sticker
668. The phase converter disconnecting means shall be _____ and located in sight from the phase converter.
a. Protected from physical damage b. readily accessible c. easily visible
d. clearly identified
669. If the control circuit transformer is located in controller enclosure, the transformer must be connected to the ____
side of the control circuit disconnect.
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amperes. a. is 600 b. exceeds 600 c. does not exceed 600 d. none of these
671. Which of the following statement(s) about air-conditioning disconnect is true?
a. The disconnecting means is required to be within sight of the unit
b. The disconnecting means can be mounted directly on the unit
c. The disconnecting means can be inside the unit
d. All of these
672. A transformer rated ____ kVA and larger shall be provided with a nameplate giving the name of the manufacturer,
rated kVA, frequency, primary and secondary voltage, and the impedance of the transformers.
a. 112 b. 25 c. 33 d. 50
673. Dry type transformers installed indoors over _____ shall be installed in a vault.
a. 1000 volts b. 112 ½ kVA c. 50,000 volts d. 35,000 volts
674. The walls and roofs of transformer vaults shall have a minimum fire resistance of _____ hour(s).
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