Question 12096 of 871 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
A 12-unit apartment building qualifies for the NEC 2020/2023 multifamily optional method. The connected load per unit is 30 kVA. What is the calculated load, excluding house loads?
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Correct answer to question 12096
- D: 147.6 kVA
Explanation
12 x 30 kVA = 360 kVA connected. Table 220.84 gives 41 % for 12 to 13 units: 360 x 0.41 = 147.6 kVA. House loads are added using the standard method.
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