Question 4030 of 749 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
Under the NEC 2020 and 2023, dwelling unit outdoor outlets on single-phase branch circuits rated 150 volts or less to ground require GFCI protection up to what branch circuit rating?
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Correct answer to question 4030
- B: 50 amperes
Explanation
210.8(F) was added in 2020 to cover all outdoor dwelling outlets, not just receptacles, on single-phase circuits of 150 volts or less to ground and 50 amperes or less. The 2026 edition raised this limit to 60 amperes.
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