Question 7029 of 749 · Maryland Journeyperson Electrician Exam
In a three-way switch circuit, which terminal of the switch at the supply end connects to the incoming ungrounded conductor?
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Correct answer to question 7029
- D: The common terminal
Explanation
A three-way switch has a darker common terminal and two traveler terminals. At the supply end the ungrounded conductor lands on common, and at the load end common feeds the switch leg to the light.
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