Question 12005 of 731 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
Optional method (NEC 2026): a 2,000 ft2 dwelling has two small-appliance circuits, one laundry circuit, a 12 kW range, a 5 kW dryer, a 1,200 VA dishwasher and a 4,500 W water heater. What is the calculated general load (heating and AC excluded)?
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Correct answer to question 12005
- A: 17,280 VA
Explanation
General loads at nameplate: 4,000 VA lighting (2 VA/ft2) + 4,500 VA small-appliance and laundry + 12,000 + 5,000 + 1,200 + 4,500 = 31,200 VA (120.82(B)). The first 8,000 VA count at 100 % and the remaining 23,200 VA at 40 %, giving 17,280 VA.
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