Question 1090 of 731 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
Ampacity is defined in the NEC as the maximum current a conductor can carry continuously:
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Correct answer to question 1090
- A: Under the conditions of use without exceeding its temperature rating
Explanation
Article 100 defines ampacity as the maximum current, in amperes, that a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of use without exceeding its temperature rating.
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