Question 3003 of 731 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
In the 2026 NEC, what term is used throughout the code in place of the full phrase overcurrent protective device?
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Correct answer to question 3003
- B: OCPD
Explanation
The 2026 edition replaced the phrase overcurrent protective device with the acronym OCPD more than 700 times. The meaning of the requirements is unchanged.
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