Question 4088 of 749 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
A branch circuit supplies a continuous load of 16 amperes and no noncontinuous load. What is the minimum conductor ampacity before any adjustment or correction?
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Correct answer to question 4088
- D: 20 amperes
Explanation
210.19 requires branch circuit conductors to have an ampacity of at least 125 percent of the continuous load plus 100 percent of the noncontinuous load. 16 A x 1.25 = 20 A.
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