Question 6038 of 749 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
A conduit nipple not exceeding 24 in long between boxes may be filled to what percent of its area?
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Correct answer to question 6038
- B: 60 percent
Explanation
Nipples 24 in or shorter may be filled to 60 percent of their total cross-sectional area, and the adjustment factors for more than three current-carrying conductors do not apply to them. See Chapter 9 notes to tables.
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