Question 4059 of 749 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
Along a dwelling kitchen wall countertop, receptacles must be installed so that no point along the wall line is more than what distance from a receptacle outlet?
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Correct answer to question 4059
- A: 24 in.
Explanation
210.52(C)(1) requires that no point along the wall line of a countertop be more than 24 in. measured horizontally from a receptacle outlet. This corresponds to a typical 2 ft appliance cord.
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