Question 4043 of 871 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
In a nursing home, 120-volt, 15- and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets in patient sleeping rooms require which protection?
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Correct answer to question 4043
- D: AFCI protection
Explanation
Since the 2020 edition, 210.12 includes patient sleeping rooms in nursing homes and limited-care facilities along with guest rooms and guest suites. Branch circuits supplying outlets in these rooms need AFCI protection.
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