Question 3022 of 749 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam

A feeder supplies 100 A of continuous load and 30 A of noncontinuous load. What is the minimum feeder conductor ampacity before any adjustment?

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  • A: 155 A

Explanation

Feeder conductors must have an ampacity of at least 125 percent of the continuous load plus 100 percent of the noncontinuous load. 100 A times 1.25 is 125 A, plus 30 A gives 155 A. See 215.2(A)(1).

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