Question 12065 of 931 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
An office has 50 general-purpose duplex receptacles. What receptacle load is used in the NEC 2026 service calculation?
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Correct answer to question 12065
- A: 9,000 VA
Explanation
50 x 180 VA = 9,000 VA (120.14(I)). The 50 % demand factor applies only to the portion above 10 kVA, so the full 9,000 VA is used.
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